Lakecia Benjamin – Saxophonist & composer

Lakecia Benjamin is one of the most dynamic figures in
contemporary jazz, renowned for an expansive sound that fuses classic bebop
with R&B, hip-hop, and funk. A New York native, the alto saxophonist honed
her craft under the tutelage of legends like Gary Bartz and Clark Terry,
developing a virtuoso technique that balances tradition with a modern spiritual
energy.

Her 2020 album, Pursuance: The Coltranes, catapulted her to international acclaim with its masterful tribute to Alice and John Coltrane, solidifying her reputation not just as a performer but as a visionary capable of revitalizing the genre for new generations.