Alexa Tarantino
Alexa Tarantino (Alto and Soprano Saxophones, Flute, Clarinet, Piccolo, JLCO) has been triple-nominated as a Rising Star Alto Saxophonist by Downbeat Magazine’s Critics’ Poll from 2020-2022, was named one of the Top 5 Alto Saxophonists of 2019 by the JazzTimes Critics’ Poll, and was one of 100 alumni to receive the Centennial Award from the Eastman School of Music (2022). Her radiant spirit and artistry uplifts and inspires her audiences one performance at a time. Alexa tours worldwide with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, the Wynton Marsalis Septet, Cecile McLorin Salvant and the Alexa Tarantino Quartet. Her records (Firefly, Clarity, Winds of Change) and compositions have consistently topped jazz radio charts, and her discography includes 25+ released recordings as a leader and/or sidewoman. Tarantino is in-demand internationally as an energetic and impactful clinician, mentor, and coach and also represents JALC as a visiting educator for various programs with students of all ages and levels. Alexa Tarantino is a Vandoren Artist, a Yamaha Performing Artist, & endorses BAM Instrument Cases.
Instagram: @alexatarantino