Brian Cruse - bass

Brian Cruse leads his own ensemble Cruse Control and is currently an active member of Richmond, VA based bands Sweet Potatoes, Afro Zen All Stars, Murphy’s Kids and Bachelor Boys Band. After teaching independently for 10 years Brian opened Bassline Music in 2022 - a music lesson center located in Glen Allen.  He is also the bass instructor at Collegiate School. Brian has been able to share the stage with many wonderful musicians. He is grateful to have worked alongside local Richmond & VA greats such as Steve Kessler, Charlie Kilpatrick, Rodger Carroll, Kip Williams, Weldon Hill, Hodd O'Brien, Dave Triplett, Adrian Duke & Bill Evans.  Recently, Brian has shared the bill and opened for international touring bands including The National, Tortoise, The Whigs & Tune Yards.  He has also had the opportunity to perform as a member of The Upper East Side Big Band, Gypsy Roots, The Rhythmasters, Bossa Brava, The Butterbean Jazz Quartet, The Kip Williams Quartet, Full Moon Fever and Three Sheets to the Wind.