A native of Austin, Texas, Jacob Wise is a jazz guitarist with an open mind.

Jacob received his musical education at the University of North Texas, where he received an M.M. in Jazz Studies, and was a member of the renowned One O'Clock Lab Band and a Graduate Teaching Fellow. He’s studied privately or participated in masterclasses with Adam Rogers, Peter Bernstein, Lage Lund, and Dave Stryker. Jacob is equally at home performing with his trio in a jazz club, playing a Broadway musical, a rock 'n roll church gig, or a wedding. He spent four years working in the show band aboard Princess Cruises, traveling the world and visiting over 30 countries.

He’s released 2 CDs of original music: “Paseo”, and “Jacob Wise Trio”, both available on Bandcamp.

He’s an assistant professor at Austin Community College, where he teaches lessons and classes, and also maintains a busy private teaching studio.