Craig Handy
Versatile Post-Bop Master
A heavyweight saxophonist whose soulful phrasing and technical command have made him a primary collaborator for jazz's most legendary figures.
About
Oakland-born Craig Handy emerged in the mid-1980s as a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. He has since anchored the Mingus Big Band and toured with Herbie Hancock. Handy is renowned for his commanding tone and sophisticated approach to both hard bop and soul-infused jazz.
Music Style
Handy's sound is characterized by a robust, muscular tone and fluid technical facility. He seamlessly blends New Orleans 'second line' rhythms with advanced post-bop harmonic concepts.
Background
- Hometown
- Oakland, CA
- Education
- University of North Texas
- Instruments
- saxophone (tenor), saxophone (alto), saxophone (soprano), flute
- Active
- 1980s-present
Similar Artists
If you like Joe Lovano or Branford Marsalis — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Craig Handy's next NYC show is Friday, July 10 at Zinc Bar.
Jazz Samba: Duduka Da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet, Helio Alves
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
saxophones & flute
Jazz Samba: Duduka Da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet, Helio Alves
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
saxophones & flute
Jazz Samba: Duduka Da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet, Helio Alves
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
saxophones & flute
Jazz Samba: Duduka Da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet, Helio Alves
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
saxophones & flute
Jazz Samba: Duduka Da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet, Helio Alves
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
saxophones & flute
Jazz Samba: Duduka Da Fonseca, Maucha Adnet, Helio Alves
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
saxophones & flute