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Reimagining Worship Through Jazz

Mountclear Jazz is a collective of world-class musicians breathing new life into beloved christian songs through smooth, sophisticated jazz arrangements. Inspired by the legacy of groups like Yellowjackets, Snarky Puppy, and the records we grew up on from Brentwood Jazz, we aim to create fresh, soul-stirring interpretations that honor both the spirit of the original songs and the richness of the smooth jazz tradition.

Our debut single, "In the Presence of Jehovah," offers a lush, instrumental take on the beloved worship favorite by Geron Davis—crafted with care, groove, and reverence. It's the first of many in a series designed to bring beauty, inspiration, and peace to listeners of faith and jazz alike.

Listen

Piano Programming Mix and Arrangement : Kris Crunk

Guitars : Dave Cleveland

Sax : Gabriel Bello

Mastering : Melissa Mattey


Keys Producer and Arrangement : Kris Crunk

Bass Guitar : Preston Shewbridge

Guitars : Dave Cleveland 

Drums : Scott Williamson

Sax : Gabriel Bello

Mixed : Joe Carrell

Mastering : Alan Silverman



Meet the Musicians

Gabriel Bello

Dave Cleveland

Dave Cleveland

A chart-topping smooth jazz artist, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, Gabriel has worked with worship greats like Ron Kenoly and Alvin Slaughter, and topped the Billboard Jazz charts with his debut album. His rich background spans gospel, jazz, and pop, and he continues to tour internationally while leading worship and producing artist

A chart-topping smooth jazz artist, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist, Gabriel has worked with worship greats like Ron Kenoly and Alvin Slaughter, and topped the Billboard Jazz charts with his debut album. His rich background spans gospel, jazz, and pop, and he continues to tour internationally while leading worship and producing artists across the country. Gabriel’s sound is both seasoned and anointed.

Dave Cleveland

Dave Cleveland

Dave Cleveland

One of Nashville’s top session guitarists, Dave has played on over 30,000 songs across genres. His credits include Steven Curtis Chapman, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, Miley Cyrus, Little Big Town, and film scores for I Still Believe and Courageous. From playing presidential events at the White House to crafting music heard on major TV n

One of Nashville’s top session guitarists, Dave has played on over 30,000 songs across genres. His credits include Steven Curtis Chapman, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, Miley Cyrus, Little Big Town, and film scores for I Still Believe and Courageous. From playing presidential events at the White House to crafting music heard on major TV networks, Dave brings unmatched experience and a heart rooted in his faith in Jesus.

Kris Crunk

Dave Cleveland

Scott Williamson

Founder of Mountclear Productions and the creative force behind this project, Kris is a Grammy-nominated, Dove and Emmy-winning producer, composer, and programmer. He’s worked with artists like One Republic, Rascal Flatts, Disney and Jordin Sparks, and composes for TV, film, and major ad campaigns. In 2025 he created Mountclear Jazz with 

Founder of Mountclear Productions and the creative force behind this project, Kris is a Grammy-nominated, Dove and Emmy-winning producer, composer, and programmer. He’s worked with artists like One Republic, Rascal Flatts, Disney and Jordin Sparks, and composes for TV, film, and major ad campaigns. In 2025 he created Mountclear Jazz with a vision to offer Christ-centered instrumental music that resonates across generations.

Scott Williamson

Preston Shewbridge

Scott Williamson

Scott Williamson is one of Nashville’s top session drummers and a sought-after mixing engineer, with more than three decades in the Music City recording scene. Known for his excellence, musical knowledge and versatility, he consistently elevates every session he’s a part of. A first-call player, Scott has performed or recorded with artist

Scott Williamson is one of Nashville’s top session drummers and a sought-after mixing engineer, with more than three decades in the Music City recording scene. Known for his excellence, musical knowledge and versatility, he consistently elevates every session he’s a part of. A first-call player, Scott has performed or recorded with artists such as Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, Alice Cooper, DC Talk, Casting Crowns, Natalie Grant and Michael W. Smith.

Preston Shewbridge

Preston Shewbridge

Preston Shewbridge

Preston Shewbridge is a Nashville-based bassist and multi-instrumentalist who has become one of Music City’s go-to session and touring players. He has recorded or performed with artists including Jason Crabb, Natalie Grant, Cindy Morgan, Travis Cottrell, Michael Omartian and Corey Kent. Preston is currently touring as the bassist for coun

Preston Shewbridge is a Nashville-based bassist and multi-instrumentalist who has become one of Music City’s go-to session and touring players. He has recorded or performed with artists including Jason Crabb, Natalie Grant, Cindy Morgan, Travis Cottrell, Michael Omartian and Corey Kent. Preston is currently touring as the bassist for country star Billy Currington, while continuing to contribute his versatile skills in the studio and on stage.

Curt Buell

Preston Shewbridge

Preston Shewbridge

Nashville-based pianist, composer, producer, and instructor, Curt brings a rich blend of gospel, jazz, and worship influences to the keys. He has collaborated with artists including Jason Crabb, Marvin Sapp, Tauren Wells, Ron Kenoly, and The Crabb Family, and worked with producers like Aaron Lindsey and Geron Davis. An avid jazz enthusias

Nashville-based pianist, composer, producer, and instructor, Curt brings a rich blend of gospel, jazz, and worship influences to the keys. He has collaborated with artists including Jason Crabb, Marvin Sapp, Tauren Wells, Ron Kenoly, and The Crabb Family, and worked with producers like Aaron Lindsey and Geron Davis. An avid jazz enthusiast inspired by Bill Evans and Beegie Adair, Curt is the founder of The Buell Institute of Music and Red Note Music®, empowering students and artists through teaching, production, and publishing. His playing is versatile, anointed, and deeply rooted in faith.

Eric Darkin

Eric Darkin

Eric Darkin

For 35 years, Eric Darken has recorded with some of the biggest names in the music industry. The multi award winning percussionist’s playing is heard on projects by Taylor Swift, Kenny Chesney, Bon Jovi, Carrie Underwood, Bob Seger, Jimmy Buffett, Sheryl Crow, Megadeth, Blues Traveler, Luke Combs and countless others. 

From 2011 through 202

For 35 years, Eric Darken has recorded with some of the biggest names in the music industry. The multi award winning percussionist’s playing is heard on projects by Taylor Swift, Kenny Chesney, Bon Jovi, Carrie Underwood, Bob Seger, Jimmy Buffett, Sheryl Crow, Megadeth, Blues Traveler, Luke Combs and countless others. 

From 2011 through 2023, Eric toured with Jimmy Buffett and The Coral Reefer Band and continues to perform with the band as well as 10 time CMA Musician Of The Year award winner Mac McAnally. 

When not recording or performing live Eric composes music for film and tv including The Discovery Channel, NFL Network, Fox Sports, Animal Planet and CNBC.

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Email: Mountclearjazz@gmail.com

We look forward to hearing from you!

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