Joel Baker, Piano

Joel Baker is a native of the area of Redmond, Washington, and currently lives in Palm Springs, California. He holds a degree from the University of Washington School of Music, where he studied piano with Robin McCabe.

For many years Joel was a pianist for Nordstrom in Seattle. He also performed for various weddings, receptions, solo and joint recitals in the Seattle area, as well as in several restaurants and lounges.

Joel is proficient in several genres of music, including Classical, Popular, Broadway, Sacred, and jazz standards. He is in high demand as a musical director in Palm Springs's burgeoning cabaret scene. In 2007, Joel released his debut solo CD, Love Letters. Also in 2007, he won a Desert Theater League award for his work as musical director for The Great American Love Song. Joel keeps a busy schedule as an entertainer and music director for several artists and organizations throughout Coachella Valley.