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Adison Evans
Adison is proud to release her debut album, “Hero”, a tribute to those who have shaped her into the musician and young woman she is today, featuring her unique melody driven compositions in addition to ones by her heroes, Stevie Wonder, Beyoncè, Steve Wilson, Sonny Rollins, and more. The album features the AEQ, comprised of musicians she’s been playing with since moving to New York to attend Juilliard eight years ago.
Adison endorses Vandoren reeds and mouthpieces, and the Cannonball Raven Alto Saxophone.
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Arturo O'Farrill: Virtual Birdland
by Jack Bowers
Whenever an obstacle presents itself--even one as devastating and disruptive as a global pandemic--it's a sure bet that musicians will find a way around it, a way to keep making music even in the most grievous circumstances. Jazz musicians have been especially creative during the Covid-19 scourge, using social media, the internet and any other means at their disposal to share their music with the world. True, the paychecks aren't as large or as regular as once they were, but ...
read moreAdison Evans: Meridian
by Hrayr Attarian
On her second release as a leader, the buoyant Meridian, saxophonist Adison Evans demonstrates remarkable maturity as both a composer and a performer. Evans drew inspiration from the idyllic Tuscan village where she retreated to pen the music that comprises this intriguing album. The opening title-track sets the mood with the right balance of contemplative melancholy and vibrant poetry. Evans' serpentine duet with pianist Silvano Monasterios gracefully flows into the band's brighter, resonant group play. The ...
read moreAdison Evans: Hero
by Hrayr Attarian
In the span of mere 5-6 years saxophonist Adison Evans has forged a versatile career. Her approach to all genres of popular music and jazz has the same exuberant spirit and impeccable musicianship. Hence she embodies the oft quoted, or rather misquoted, genre defying adage There are only two kinds of music good and bad" and she definitely plays the good kind. Evans' debut Hero is a solidly bop based record with a definite soulfulness and an organic ...
read moreNYC Saxophonist Adison Evans Celebrates The Hero In All Of Us
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Kari-On Productions
Known for her work with Beyoncé, Jay Z and Demi Lovato; Adison Evans draws on her influences, travels and life experience HEROes that have influenced her both musically and personally for a deeply personal offering, that encompasses a love for jazz, R&B and positive affirmation. Adison Evans is a dynamic millennial who has shared the stage with several legendary artists including: Trisha Yearwood, Nicki Minaj, Wynton Marsalis, Christian McBride, Terence Blanchard, JayZ, and many more. Evans made her debut in ...
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Primary Instrument
Saxophone, baritone
Location
New York City
Willing to teach
Beginner to advanced
Credentials/Background
BM Juilliard Jazz Saxophone Performance 2008-2012 Private lesson teacher - saxophone, clarinet, flute, music theory, ear training, improvisation 10+ years experience. Classical Ear Training assistant at The Juilliard School 2010-2012.
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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson