RICO JONES


Rico Jones is a rising star and one of the most accomplished saxophonists of his generation.  Originally from Colorado but currently based in Harlem, New York, Rico Jones is a prolific performer, composer and educator, poised to explode in several global markets.  As part of a long list of accolades, Rico is the winner of four 2020 DownBeat Awards (including top honors as Jazz Soloist and for Best Small Jazz Ensemble) and also two 2021 DownBeat Awards including top honors as Jazz Soloist.   "Rico is one of the few original voices emerging."  (Vincent Herring, DownBeat Magazine). 

A beacon and an original voice in modern jazz, Rico Jones boasts performances around the world with such notable acts as esperanza spalding, Mingus Big Band, and more, as well as with Julia Keefe's Indiginous Big Band, which he co-lead the founding lineup of in 2022.  Fans may have seen him perform on notable stages at Blue Note New York, JAS Aspen, Telluride Jazz Festival, Blues Alley (Washington D.C.), and Denver Jazz Festival. 

Tags: Jazz, Instrumental