Michael Figge

Michael Figge is a dynamic bassist, composer, and bandleader. He has performed with esteemed artists including George Garzone, Francisco Mela, Phil Grenadier, Harvey Diamond, Michael Rodriguez, Andrew Bishop, Bryn Roberts, and Ryan Devlin.

A scholarship recipient at the Brubeck Jazz Summit, Michael has studied under Gerald Cannon, Ben Wolfe, and Rodney Whitaker. His performance credits include Dizzy’s Jazz Club (NYC), Wally’s Jazz Club (Boston), the Museum of Fine Arts (Boston), and The Lilypad (Cambridge, MA), as well as major festivals such as Litchfield, Vermont, and Brubeck Jazz.

As bandleader of the Michael Figge Group, he presents original compositions throughout Boston—receiving press coverage in outlets like Cambridge Day. His work as a composer spans commissioned projects in film scoring and orchestration for professional productions.

Michael currently studies at The Juilliard School.