Jacques Lesure

Guitarist Jacques Lesure is an enigma. His sound is steeped in tradition but he is also a visionary. His music is rooted in the foundations of gospel, blues and jazz. Although his delivery swings in the styles of Wes Montgomery and George Benson, he believes that the sounds of today are equally relevant. Lesure works tirelessly to secure the future of great live music for generations to come and provides clinics and workshops for school systems nationwide. A resident of Los Angeles, California Jacques Lesure is originally from Detroit, Michigan. He is a WJ3 Records (http://www.williejones3.com) artist. This label is owned by prominent drummer, Willie Jones III. His label mates are artists such as pianist, Eric Reed and multi-instrumentalist, Warren Wolf. In his 30-year career, he has performed and recorded with many notable musicians across various genres such as legendary, organist, Brother Jack McDuff, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Wynton Marsalis and countless others. He performs worldwide and in the nation's top jazz venues and festivals. Jacques is also very active in the community and mentors many of today's up and coming musicians. He is an author, motivational speaker and radio/podcast host. He has been featured in numerous national publications and is the recipient of countless awards. He is the Musical Director for the Living Legends Foundation and president of the African-American Jazz Caucus. Jacques is a national adjudicator, judging student competitions across the nation and he is an Artist/ Teacher for the Thelonious Monk Institute, Los Angeles Bureau of Cultural Affairs and The Dolo Coker Jazz Foundation.