A native of Southeast Texas, Troy Kaufman (b. 1998) is already an accomplished saxophonist, arranger, and music educator. His positive experiences with music from a young age led him to study Music Education at Lamar University, and later earn a Master of Music degree in Jazz Performance from Texas State University. Troy has […]
Roberto Aponte is a South Austin-born saxophonist raised in San Marcos, Texas, whose playing blends deep jazz tradition with a fresh, contemporary edge. A graduate of Texas State University’s Jazz Studies program, Roberto developed his craft under Dr. Russell Haight and drew inspiration from artists such as Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Thad Jones, Kenny Dorham, […]
Jerry Espinoza is a Central Texas saxophonist and bandleader known for his rich tone, deep jazz vocabulary, and high-energy improvisation. Born and raised in Laredo, Texas, Espinoza began playing saxophone at age 12 and was already performing professionally by 14. He holds a bachelor’s degree in classical saxophone performance and a master’s degree in jazz […]