Mike Prigodich on Stage Magic & the Art of Genre-Bending Jazz
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Portland-based jazz pianist and composer Mike Prigodich. We talk with Mike about his brand new 2025 album Stage Magic and the realization of a lifelong dream—becoming a jazz musician. Known for his innovative compositions and high-energy performances, Mike’s music reflects deep influence from jazz greats like Chick Corea, while fearlessly fusing jazz, Latin, rock, and world music into a sound all his own.
In this episode, we dive into his creative process, the vision behind Stage Magic, and how he continues to push boundaries to…
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