Stacy Dillard
Saxophone Dynamo
Stacy Dillard is a powerful tenor saxophonist known for his energetic and soulful approach to modern jazz, deeply rooted in the hard bop tradition.
Hard BopPost-BopModern Jazz
About
Born in Muskegon, Michigan, Stacy Dillard is a prominent saxophonist who has become a fixture on the New York City jazz scene. Known for his robust sound and improvisational prowess, he has earned a reputation as a leading voice in contemporary jazz.
Music Style
Dillard's music blends the muscularity of hard bop with contemporary harmonic sophistication, delivered with an unmistakable personal voice that is both fiery and deeply expressive.
Background
- Hometown
- Muskegon, Michigan, USA
- Education
- The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music
- Instruments
- saxophone (soprano), saxophone (tenor)
- Active
- Late 1990s-present
Similar Artists
If you like Joe Henderson, Dexter Gordon, or James Carter — you'll love this artist
Joe Henderson
Known for his powerful tone and sophisticated improvisational style within the hard bop framework, similar to Dillard's approach.
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Dexter Gordon
Shares a lineage of big, authoritative tenor saxophone sound and a deep connection to the blues and swing traditions, characteristic of hard bop.
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James Carter
A contemporary saxophonist known for his virtuosity, powerful sound, and deep understanding of jazz tradition, echoing Dillard's command and energy.
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Notable Collaborations
Wynton MarsalisCyrus ChestnutMarcus StricklandJeremy PeltLewis NashChristian McBride
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Upcoming Events
Stacy Dillard's next NYC show is Saturday, September 19 at Smalls.