Sarah will spend an hour in Fostek Hall demonstrating technique, discussing her musical background, and answering questions. Two students will be chosen in advance to bring their instruments and join the artist on stage to assist in the demonstration.

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Sarah Hanahan is a rising jazz saxophonist based in New York City. A graduate of the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz and The Juilliard School, she has studied under jazz luminaries like Abraham Burton and Billy Drummond. Sarah has performed with  renowned musicians such as Jeff “Tain” Watts and Dee Dee Bridgewater, and regularly plays at NYC venues like Smalls Jazz Club and Birdland Jazz Club. She tours nationally and internationally with various ensembles and was featured in NPR's Jazz Night in America's Youngbloods series. Her upcoming album, featuring Marc Cary and Dee Dee Bridgewater, will be released under Jazz at Lincoln Center’s label,  Blue Engine, in spring 2024.

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