Spencer Hardy Welch is a composer and pianist who has been writing and performing music for most of his life. Raised in a musical family, he began playing the piano and composing songs at the age of five and started formal classical training when he was eight.
Spencer continued to compose and perform music as an avocation while pursuing his professional career in public education. He has performed at hundreds of weddings, private parties, and corporate events. Between 1994 and 1997, Spencer took a leave from his teaching role to record an album of original piano compositions, THUNDERHEAD; compose the theme music for a television pilot; and perform widely in concerts and private engagements throughout the western United States. Since 2019, Spencer has been dividing his time between leadership consulting, public speaking, and music composition and performance. He released his album, NOSTALGIA, in 2023, and his single, DREAMS in 2025. He is currently planning the release of several improvisational pieces throughout 2026.
Spencer’s music has been described as lyrical and relaxing. What distinguishes it is its blend of classical, jazz, and popular influences, which creates a refreshing and elegant sound. Some of his songs are delicate nocturne-like pieces, others have jazz elements, and still other compositions are meditative improvisational works. It all comes together to form an engaging musical experience.