Aaron Nigel Smith

Grammy® Nominated producer and Billboard #1 recording artist Aaron Nigel Smith is a transformative force in music, education, and humanitarian work. His exceptional musical journey began at age 11 with The American Boychoir, performing at world-renowned venues including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. After graduating from Interlochen Arts Academy, he pursued advanced studies in voice performance and music education at Manhattan School of Music, USC, and Marygrove College.

As a recording artist, Smith’s impressive catalog includes 11 acclaimed albums, with his 2021 release “All One Tribe” receiving a Grammy nomination and his 2018 “In Our America” debuting at #1 on Billboard’s reggae charts. His notable collaborations include producing Ziggy Marley’s youth-centered tribute celebrating Bob Marley’s 70th birthday and “B is for Bob,” the first Bob Marley album created specifically for children. His original works have garnered Parents’ Choice Awards and national media recognition, while his compositional talents were showcased on the Emmy Award-winning PBS Kids show “Between the Lions.” Most recently, Smith also served as composer, co-librettist, and producer of York the Explorer, a theatrical work that premiered to critical acclaim in 2025.

A Recording Academy member since 2005 and proud endorser of Martin Guitars and Remo drums, Smith currently builds education and community programs at The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts while continuing his lifelong mission to promote peace by connecting communities through the transformative power of music.