Robert Vega
Rising Star Trumpeter
Cuban-American trumpeter and composer bringing fresh energy to NYC's avant-garde jazz scene.
jazzfree improvisationcontemporary jazzavant-garde
About
Robert Mac Vega-Dowda is a 25-year-old Cuban-American trumpeter and composer based in Brooklyn, NY. He has performed with notable ensembles including Nikos Chatzitsakos' Tiny Big Band and Ralph Peterson's GenNext Big Band. He is an active participant in NYC's experimental jazz community.
Music Style
Vega-Dowda performs contemporary jazz with elements of free improvisation, post-bop, and avant-garde composition. His approach emphasizes creative exploration and collaborative improvisation.
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If you like forward-thinking trumpet players exploring free jazz and contemporary improvisation — you'll love this artist
Ralph Peterson
Collaborator and mentor through GenNext Big Band; shared focus on contemporary jazz
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Nikos Chatzitsakos
Frequent collaborator in Tiny Big Band ensemble
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Notable Collaborations
Ralph PetersonNikos ChatzitsakosSlipstream Time Travel
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