Dr. Eric Binder, originally from Hudson Valley, New York, currently calls Chicago home. He is recognized for his unique sound, and approach, that is deeply rooted in the history and tradition, of the swinging music of the 1940s-1960s. Binder studied under the mentorship of Joel Spencer, as well as studied with greats like Kendrick Scott, Marcus Gilmore, Ron Bridgewater, Larry Gray, John Swana, and others. Binder’s playing can be heard on over a dozen records, spanning from trios and duos, to quartets and more. Most notably, his time playing and recording with the late Malcolm Cecil, producer for Stevie Wonder. In addition, Binder has played and/or recorded with Walter Smith III, Joel Frah m, Petros Klampanis, Clint Holmes, Michael Davis, Christos Rafalides, and others.