Alex Paxton

**Alex Paxton** is a British composer, trombonist, and musical innovator known for crafting joyfully chaotic, genre-blurring works that mash up contemporary classical, pop, jazz, and electronic sounds. His music—playful titles like *Scrunchy Munchy*, *Love Kittens*, and *ilolli-pop* say it all—bursts with childlike wonder, bright textures, and unexpected twists, often using quirky extended techniques (think kazoos, toy instruments, or exaggerated vocalizations) to create a whimsical, tactile listening experience. A champion of "happy music," Paxton’s pieces, such as *Happy Music for Orchestra* and *Water Music*, revel in vibrant orchestral colors and rhythmic energy, earning him collaborations with ensembles like the London Sinfonietta and recognition as a bold voice in new British music. Whether he’s writing for symphony halls or experimental pop formats, Paxton’s work feels like a fizzy, candy-colored rebellion against seriousness.

Genres

Free Jazz

Pop

Experimental

Indie Pop

Electronic

Avant-garde

Jazz

Contemporary Classical

Funk

Orchestral Music

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Latest Release

Delicious

Alex Paxton

Album - 13 Tracks - Released May 16, 2025