Tom Pieciak (PYEH-chak) is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, and educator, working across a variety of styles and musical environments. With one foot in jazz and improvised music, and the other in modern folk songwriting, Tom brings an original perspective to his musical endeavors both on the bandstand and in the studio.

Tom has a diverse history of musical experiences, ranging from being a trumpeter in small and large jazz and rock ensembles, to a singer and multi-instrumentalist in indie-rock outfits, to a guitarist and bassist in country bands. Tom’s songwriting project “Sleeping Trees” released their first record All in Motion on February 28th, 2025. Combining elements of folk, rock, country, and jazz, Sleeping Trees is defined by lush, layered instrumentals and lyrics exploring the intersection of personal experience and nature.

As an educator, Tom has had his trumpet students win top prizes at state solo competitions and has worked with students ranging from preschool to retired adults on jazz, classical, and pop music. In addition to trumpet, Tom teaches beginner guitar, bass, and piano lessons. He also works in radio, supporting production and guest hosting for local NPR station WFIU programs “Afterglow”, “Nightlights”, and “Just You and Me”. Tom continues to write, perform, and teach music in Bloomington, IN.