Brian Ho began playing piano at the early age of five. By the age of sixteen, he started teaching and began to play professionally. One of the most influential experiences he had was playing for an African American Baptist Church for several years. This is where he forged his love affair with the Hammond Organ.

After several years spent studying music at San Jose State, Stanford, and UC Davis, he decided to pursue his love of jazz music as a leader, composer, and arranger. With his vast knowledge of styles and influences that includes New Orleans, Gospel, Blues, Latin Jazz, R&B, and even Hip Hop; he has developed a unique and modern take on standards and originals that bounce with energy.

Brian performed exclusively as a pianist for years until he found a way to buy a portable organ. In 2009, he became an endorser for the legendary Hammond Organ. He plays the Hammond XK3c Pro XK dual manual system with the Hammond XPK-200 pedals. He solos and comps with his right hand while his left hand and feet play organ bass in the same tradition as his organ idols, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Shirley Scott, and of course, Jimmy Smith.

Brian performs regularly at several prominent jazz clubs, jazz festivals (including the 2006, 2007 and 2009 SJ Jazz Festival), fine restaurants and bars. He also performs for private functions such as weddings and private corporate events. It is very common to see him with his organ trio as well as a sideman playing both piano and organ.

Brian is fortunate to play with some of the finest musicians including Calvin Keys, Terrence Brewer, Lorca Hart, Wally Schnalle, Oscar Pangilinan, Jason Lewis, Joe De Rose, Scot Miller, Jessica Johnson, Jim Frink, and many more.

He has professional and portable stage equipment including digital keyboards, amplification, and microphones.
In addition to performing, Brian is a full time musical director at Old Orchard School of Campbell and an instructor at the Music School of Sunnyvale. Brian is committed to teaching and sharing his love of music with kids and adults of all ages.