Julian Genova

Julian Genova is an American pianist, conductor, composer, producer, and orchestrator whose work blends lush orchestral textures with jazz, soul, and contemporary influences.

Genova first gained recognition as a blues keyboardist with his band Take Two, which represented Colorado at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis for three consecutive years. With Take Two, he has performed throughout the United States and internationally, sharing the stage with artists including Walter Trout, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Janiva Magness.

Alongside his performance career, Genova developed a strong foundation in classical piano, studying under Russian Conservatory-trained pianist Ara Gevorkian before continuing his studies with Steve Barta, Brad Bietry, and Eric Gunnison. Through these experiences, he became an active presence in Colorado’s jazz and contemporary music communities.

Genova graduated summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor of Music in Film & Media Scoring and a minor in Conducting, where he studied with internationally recognized musicians and composers including Tim Ray, Ruth Mendelson, Bob Winter, Yoko Miwa, and Pat Bianchi. His studies have allowed him to combine his background as a performer with his passion for orchestration, composition, and storytelling through music.

As a performer, Genova has appeared alongside artists including Victor Wainwright, Ron Mahdi, and Bob Margolin, a longtime member of Muddy Waters’ band. In 2024, he released Christmas After Hours, a collaborative album with vocalist Destiny Leigh, known for her appearances on The Voice.

As a composer, Genova continues to work in film scoring, creating original music for narrative, animated, and visual media projects. His recent film work includes the score for "Fate and Coincidence", which will premiere at the 2026 LA Shorts International Film Festival, alongside additional upcoming projects currently in development and festival consideration.