Sarah Hanahan Quartet at Jazz Coterie at The Howard

Voted #1 Rising Star Saxophonist by DownBeat Magazine! | Info & Tickets at JazzCoterie.com

Sarah is a rapidly rising celebrity in jazz and was recently named one of NPR Jazz Night in America’s 30 under 30 Youngbloods. Her debut album, Among Giants, was awarded 5 stars in Downbeat Magazine and was named one of Downbeat’s Best Albums of the Year.

A graduate of the prestigious Juilliard School, Sarah is an emerging jazz saxophonist based in New York City and a leading voice in the world of alto saxophone. Her distinctive style blends tradition with innovation, earning recognition for her dynamic performances and compelling musical voice....

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Voted #1 Rising Star Saxophonist by DownBeat Magazine! | Info & Tickets at JazzCoterie.com

Sarah is a rapidly rising celebrity in jazz and was recently named one of NPR Jazz Night in America’s 30 under 30 Youngbloods. Her debut album, Among Giants, was awarded 5 stars in Downbeat Magazine and was named one of Downbeat’s Best Albums of the Year.

A graduate of the prestigious Juilliard School, Sarah is an emerging jazz saxophonist based in New York City and a leading voice in the world of alto saxophone. Her distinctive style blends tradition with innovation, earning recognition for her dynamic performances and compelling musical voice.

Sarah has performed with renowned musicians such as Jeff “Tain” Watts, Peter Martin, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Jason Moran, Peter Washington, and Nicholas Payton. She regularly leads her own group at iconic New York venues including Smalls Jazz Club, Dizzy’s Club, Smoke Jazz Club, Birdland, and Zinc Bar.

In addition to performing in NYC, Sarah has toured nationally and internationally with her band SH4, as well as with Ulysses Owens Jr., Joe Farnsworth, and is a member of the Grammy-award winning Mingus Big Band.

Sarah’s music bridges the gap between tradition and innovation, blending the timeless elements of jazz with fresh, contemporary ideas. With her unique sound and thoughtful approach, she is shaping the future of jazz, inspiring listeners to embrace both the roots and evolution of the genre.

$35 General Admission | 50% Working Musicians | FREE Music Students
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