Caleb Hogan is an up-and-coming pianist whose music is as fresh and honest as the young man himself. In today's musical menagerie, overrun with glitter and hype, Caleb produces sounds so distinct and compostions so pure they compel us to stop and listen. With his gorgeous, soothing melodies and natural ability to tell stories without words, Caleb takes his listeners on a peaceful journey to a place of solitude removed from the hectic pace of everyday life. Influenced by contemporary soloists such as Jim Brickman and saxophonist Kenny G, Caleb's compositions are "real," and relevant to the modern listener. Caleb's firm belief  that instrumental music has been rightfully misunderstood in the past keeps him continually creating new music that can be enjoyed by the ears of laymen and musicians alike.


Born in Nacogdoches, Texas on March 20th, 1985, the story of Caleb's early life and musical training is surprisingly normal. After moving to Ardmore, Oklahoma at the tender age of four, Caleb devoted his energies to playing sports, showing little interest in music until he was 10 years old. "I remember when told my parents I wanted to learn to play the piano," he recalls.
"They were skeptical, and understandably so. It was such a departure from all I had been interested in up to that point. So they bought me a couple of self-paced piano books and told me when I finished those, they would pay for lessons." Ironically, his parents' hesitatancy seemed well-placed at first. "I wasn't very consistent with my practice for a long time. It took me about two years to finish those little books," he laughs. "My parents held up their end of the bargain, though, and found a teacher for me. After that, I got serious about learning how to play."


Seven years later, Caleb released his debut solo piano album, entitled Reflections, at the age of 19. Comprised entirely of original compositions, the Reflections CD is a collection of relaxing, uplifting pieces that showcases Caleb's ability to connect with the listener without the use of spoken words. The album's tranquil, beautiful melodies allow the listener to be transported to their own quiet place, free from the limitations of the specific stories lyrics might tell. The effectiveness of this approach is evidenced by the outstanding success of the Reflections CD thus far. The sounds of  Caleb's music have been heard in homes and  commercial outlets across the nation. More recently, Reflections  has been chosen as one of only six CDs to be featured in the Hobby Lobby chain of stores' "Audio Ambience" 2007 program, an honor that will bring it to 370 plus stores in 29 states.


Apart from his piano's fresh voice in the world of commercial recording, Caleb has shown enormous potential as a concert performer, as well. With a natural, easy-going manner and unassuming, yet confident presence on stage, Caleb builds an immediate rapport with his audiences. His commitment to top-quality entertainment that is also family-friendly is a testament to his Christian ideals and very nature as a person. Caleb's honesty and simple charm are the perfect compliment to the music he performs, and a breath of fresh air to the entire community of the performing arts.


Given his distinctive style, humble character and graceful image, Caleb Hogan is almost certain to play his way into thousands of hearts for many years to come. Without a doubt, Caleb fulfills his lofty title and truly is a "Pianist for the 21st Century."