Pritesh Walia Height, Biography

Bio/Wiki
Profession(s)	• Jazz Guitarist • Composer • Educator • Bandleader
Physical Stats
Height (approx.)	5' 7" (171 cm)
Eye Colour	Black
Hair Colour	Black
Career
Debut	Album: Hope Town (2024)
Personal Life
Date of Birth	2 April
Zodiac	Aries
Birthplace	New Delhi, India
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Boston, Massachusetts, United States
College/University	• Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music, Los Angeles • Berklee College of Music, Boston • New England Conservatory, Boston
Educational Qualification(s)	• Associate of Arts Degree from Musicians Institute College of Contemporary Music, Los Angeles • A Bachelor's Degree in Contemporary Jazz Performance and Jazz Composition from Berklee College of Music, Boston • A Master's Degree in Jazz Performance from New England Conservatory, Boston
Religion	Hinduism
Hobbies	Singing, Travelling, Reading
Social Media	• Instagram • LinkedIn
Relationships & More
Marital Status	Unmarried
Family & More
Parents	Mother- Madhura Wagh Walia

Some Lesser Known Facts About Pritesh Walia

• Pritesh Walia is a virtuoso jazz guitarist, accomplished composer.

• At the age of 13 his musical journey began, when he immersed himself in the rich traditions of Indian Classical Music.

• With his Fueling insatiable curiosity for music, Pritesh sought Western influences, initiating a lifelong pursuit of mastering diverse musical styles.

• Not only has Pritesh showcased his exceptional talent on global stages, but he has also formed collaborative partnerships with prestigious brands.

• From 2015 to 2017, during his tours of India, he proudly represented leading musical instrument retailers. Sponsored by these industry giants, Pritesh conducted master classes and clinics across India, South America, and the United States, including two appearances at the esteemed Panama Jazz Festival.

• Pritesh was nominated for Best Jazz Artist of the Year at the Boston Music Awards, joining a distinguished group of artists recognized for their contributions to the jazz community. His work has also been featured in prominent publications including DownBeat, Jazziz, and Jazz Guitar Today.

• In 2026, he released a large-scale collaborative project with the Henry Godfrey Jazz Orchestra, featuring internationally acclaimed artists including Aaron Parks, Jerry Bergonzi, and Godwin Louis. The album released on July 31, 2026, it represents Pritesh’s most ambitious compositional project to date.