Patrice Rushen is an acclaimed musician and composer known for her fusion of jazz, pop, and R&B. She rose to fame in the 70s and 80s with hits like "Forget Me Nots," and has since become a four-time Grammy nominee. Rushen has composed scores for films and TV, and served as the first female musical director for major award shows like the Grammys and Emmys. She is renowned for her jazz piano skills, having performed with legends such as Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, and Prince.
In addition to her music career, Rushen is a record producer, award-winning symphonic composer, and influential figure in music education. She holds key roles at Berklee College of Music and USCΓÇÖs Thornton School of Music, and is involved in programs promoting music education for disadvantaged youth in Los Angeles. Rushen's contributions to the industry as both a performer and advocate for music education have solidified her status as a prominent figure in the music world.
