Historian, musicologist, educator, composer, arranger, lecturer, and trombonist are some of the talents that define Teddy Adams.

"JAZZ IS...the quintessence of music art forms. Jazz, as an art form, has permeated the entire world, giving to all listeners comfort, joy, and enlightenment. Jazz is a musical language that speaks to the heart from the heart. Naked Jazz is the embodiment of all aspects of music combined with life's experiences and shared with all who will listen." - Teddy Adams