Christopher Linman was born in Alexandria, Virginia.
Soon after, he moved to Europe. First was Munich, Germany and then London, England.
This is where his musical journey began.

At age 6, his mother got him started on private classical piano lessons.
It was her determination to push him that would be the foundation of his career.
He took his exams at the prestigious “London Royal College of Music”.
Being taught Classical Music gave him the knowledge he would need later in life to explore other styles of Music. This journey would eventually lead him to Jazz.

At age 13, Christopher moved back to the States living in Virginia. This is when he first started composing Music.
He has been immersed in the craft ever since.
After high school he returned to London and went to “Richmond Upon Thames College”. The music journey continues…

Now back again to the States and at age 21, his first job as a pianist was at Nordstrom in Tyson’s Corner, Virginia. Christopher was the youngest pianist in the company at that time.
He soon started playing piano at The Watergate Hotel, The Capital Hilton and The Ritz-Carlton Hotels in the Washington DC area.
After making a name for himself as a pianist in the DC area, Christopher made a Leap of Faith and started singing.

Christopher’s dream was to one day play at the world renowned “Kennedy Center” in Washington DC. He set his goals high and never gave up.
Not only did he get there but he has performed five sold out concerts over the years. His first public concert of him singing was on that very stage.

He has also performed at the famous “Blues Alley” Jazz Club in DC eight times to sold out shows.
“The Strathmore” Performing Arts Center in Maryland twice as well as
countless Venues, Clubs and International Embassies.

In the past decade and a half, Christopher’s determination, passion for Music and leadership skills led him to the prestige of becoming the Music Director for:
-The Ritz Carlton Washington DC
-The Ritz Carlton Georgetown DC
-The Ritz Carlton Pentagon City
-The Ritz Carlton Tyson’s Corner, VA
-The St. Regis Washington DC

With all that he accomplished in the Washington DC area, it was time to make yet another big Leap of Faith.
In 2020, he decided to leave it all behind and move to California and start a new path in Life.

In 2022, Christopher was asked to be the Band Leader & Guest Artist to perform onboard the new Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. He performed nightly with his Jazz Trio as they traveled the world.

Now back on land, Christopher performs
regularly in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California. To such places as:
-Herb Albert’s “Vibrato” Jazz Club
-“Catalina Jazz Club”
-“The Drake”
-Waldorf Astoria
-The Pendry
-The Montage
-The Langham

Bringing his take to the Jazz Genre with his distinctive vocal sound and classically routed Jazz Piano style.

Christopher has 2 current albums out. “This is Me” is his take on some jazz classics as well as a couple original tunes written for him that round off this Album. He says that this album is a great representation of who he is musically at this time. Hence, the album title.
Christopher also has another album out called “No Words” which are all original instrumental compositions.
This music is geared towards the Film & TV Industry and will soon become the new direction in his journey.

Christopher’s perseverance and determination never falters and he does it all with a smile.
He brings a new take to Jazz Music and never disappoints.
His love of Composing Music continues. He is constantly writing and working on new music with his sights set on Film & TV.
Check out his latest albums available online and if you get a chance, see a live show !
Blessings….