SARAH HANAHAN
SARAH HANAHAN
Sarah Hanahan is a New York City based alto saxophonist. She is a rising star in jazz and was recently named one of NPR Jazz Night in America’s 30 under 30 Youngbloods. Her debut album, Among Giants, is OUT NOW on all platforms!
DEBUT ALBUM — AMONG GIANTS — AWARDED 5 STARS IN DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE !
debut album among giants out now on all platforms!
featuring all stars marc cary, nat reeves, and jeff “tain” watts
rated 5 stars in downbeat magazine
ABOUT
Sarah grew up in Massachusetts and began playing the alto saxophone at the age of 8. After graduating from the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz (Hartt School, University of Hartford) for her bachelors degree, and the Juilliard School for her masters degree, she now resides in New York City.
Sarah can be found playing with her own band all around NYC. She also tours regularly across the country and internationally both with her own band as well as with bands like the Mingus Big Band, Joe Farnsworth, Peter Martin, and more.
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“As a first time session leader, Hanahan plays with pure fierceness and lyrical conviction that makes you believe she could at will access the spirits of greats like Jackie McLean and John Coltrane.”
— Veronica johnson, downbeat magazine
“Saxophonist Sarah Hanahan plays with an intense and driving conviction. Her statements contain memorable themes that remain with the listener well after a song's ending. Her sound is both melodic and muscular.”
— Greg bryant, wbgo
“Sarah’s playing I enjoy very much, and I know people enjoy it because it’s sincere. She has a wonderful collection of musical influences brewing in her pot. It’s inspiring, really, hearing Sarah.”