About Alexander S.
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Music Teacher
Jun, 2014 - PresentAlex S's Sax Lessons
Music Administration Intern
Feb, 2015 - May, 2015Jazz at Lincoln Center
I was working within the Music Administration department where one of my jobs was to have music prepared for rehearsals and performances for the Lincoln Center Jazz Band with Wyntyn Marsalis. During this time I was also fortunate enough to be around guest artist including one of my favorite saxophonist and musicians ever, Wayne Shorter.
Professional freelance Musician
Jan, 2014 - PresentAlex S
I've been working as a professional musician since I was in college and currently that is how I make my living. I perform for events, weddings, as well play with many artist of different styles. Some of those artist are Marlon Craft, who's an up and coming rapper, Bakithi Kumalo, who is Paul Simon's bassist, as well as a whole host of other musicians around NY! I love what I do and I'd love to share my passion with you!
Education
Music Performance
Aug, 2008 - May, 2012Booker T. Washington High School for Performing and Visual Arts
Jazz Saxophone Performance
Aug, 2013 - May, 2016New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music
Jazz Saxophone Performance
Aug, 2012 - May, 2013University of North Texas
Certifications
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
May, 2016The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music
I received my 4-year Bachelor of Fine Arts from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York, NY. It is a prestigious conservatory style jazz school comparable with Julliard, MSM, etc.
Awards
All State Jazz Ensemble- Junior year of high school
Feb, 2011TMEA
4 Downbeat Music Awards
Mar, 2017Downbeat magazine
Student of the Year- Junior male
May, 2011Booker T Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
Spanish
Professional Proficiency
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