SARAH HANAHAN

New York-based alto saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Sarah Hanahan has swiftly become a compelling voice in jazz, releasing her critically acclaimed debut album, Among Giants, in 2024 on Blue Engine Records. A graduate of both the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz and The Juilliard School, Hanahan's playing reflects influences from Jackie McLean, John Coltrane, and Charlie Parker, while forging her own modern intensity. Her sound blends deep-rooted swing and bebop traditions with a bold, soulful melodic imagination and commanding tone. Expect a dynamic and fiercely lyrical performance.