Jeff Rupert
Soulful Tenor Storyteller
A master of the tenor saxophone known for his lyrical phrasing and leadership of the Flying Horse Big Band.
hard bopswing
About
Jeff Rupert is an acclaimed saxophonist, composer, and educator who toured with Sam Rivers and Maynard Ferguson. As Director of Jazz Studies at UCF, he founded Flying Horse Records and leads several prominent ensembles.
Music Style
Rupert's sound is characterized by a warm, robust tone and a sophisticated melodic approach rooted in the hard bop and swing traditions.
Background
- Hometown
- New Jersey, USA
- Education
- Rutgers University
- Instruments
- saxophone (tenor), saxophone (alto), saxophone (soprano), clarinet
- Active
- 1980s-present
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If you like Stan Getz, Scott Hamilton — you'll love this artist
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Scott Hamilton
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Notable Collaborations
Sam RiversMaynard FergusonBenny CarterMel TorméRichard Drexler
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