Blake Shaw, a versatile musician hailing from Iowa City, is a double and electric bassist, vocalist, cellist, composer/arranger, and educator who brings a rich tapestry of influences to his craft. In 2010, Blake earned his AA degree from Kirkwood before going on to obtain his BM in Classical Double Bass Performance in 2013 and his MA in Jazz Composition/Performance in 2017, both from the University of Iowa. Blake is the Director of Jazz Studies at the Mount Mercy Campus of St Ambrose University in Cedar Rapids. In addition to his academic and performance pursuits, Blake is a board member of the Iowa City Jazz Fest, the Entertainment Director for the Iowa City Pride Festival, and the Friday Night Concert Series in Iowa City. He also regularly serves as a guest artist, coaching ensembles in schools spanning from middle school to college levels.

Despite his demanding teaching schedule, Blake performs regularly with a diverse array of bands, ranging from solo acts to big bands. Follow Blake on instagram, @theeblakebass