Regularly leading his own band, Tyler often plays in venues around New York City such as The Jazz Gallery, Smalls, Mezzrow, Dizzy’s, and Ornithology. While his trio serves as the foundation for most of Tyler’s performances, he frequently collaborates with horn players and vocalists to bring into fruition the full range of color that he hears while writing his original compositions. Intending to combine the lineage of jazz with his own fresh perspective, Tyler weaves powerful musical narratives in his compositions that serve as a framework for his group to unleash their creativity.

Recently, Tyler was one of the first two recipients of The Gilmore’s 2026 Bell Young Artist Award. In 2024, he was selected to participate in the acclaimed Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program at The Kennedy Center. He was also chosen for Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Orchestra Jazz in 2021 and for the NYO Jazz All-Stars in 2023. In 2022, Tyler was honored as the National Young Arts top winner in jazz piano.