The American Art Ensemble represents a second and third generation of jazz musicians. The group's repertoire consists of jazz classics as well as a growing collection of original compositions. The band performs as a quartet, a quintet, and larger depending on the needs of the client.

Greg Gozzard is a high school music educator currently in his 27th year of teaching. Greg has a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Oakland University and a Master of Music in Jazz Performance from Wayne State University.   

Matthew Gozzard is a 2009 graduate from the University of Michigan where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz Studies. At Michigan, Matt studied saxophone, composition, and improvisation with Andrew Bishop and improvisation with Ellen Rowe and Bob Hurst. Matt is currently pursuing a Master of Music degree at the University of Toledo as a graduate assistant and student of Gunnar Mossblad.

Michael Gozzard is a junior music major at Western Michigan University. Michael studies trumpet with Dr. Stephen Jones and jazz with Dr. Scott Cowan. Michael is a member of the WMU Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Octet, Symphony Band, and the Bronco Marching Band. Michael has had the privilege of working with several jazz greats including Stefon Harris, Billy Hart, and Ingrid Jensen. 

Donald Gozzard is a talented young drummer who has always played well beyond his years. Donald studies percussion with Dan DeSena and jazz drumset with Keith Hall. Donald has performed with several groups including the University of Michigan Youth Jazz Ensemble, Wayne State University Jazz Week All-Star Band, and the Schoolcraft College Big Band.