Jon De Lucia

Jon De Lucia is a New York-based saxophonist, composer, and educator known for his versatility across jazz, chamber music, and creative reinterpretations of classical works. A Berklee College of Music alum, he’s carved a niche blending intricate arrangements with lyrical improvisation, recently spotlighted in projects like *The Brubeck Octet Project* (reimagining Dave Brubeck’s early octet works) and *Bach Shapes: The Etudes*, which adapts J.S. Bach’s compositions into saxophone études. His 2023 release *And the Stars Were Shining* showcases original compositions steeped in jazz tradition, while *As the River Sings* (2021) leans into introspective chamber jazz. De Lucia frequently collaborates with artists like guitarist Nate Radley and maintains an active role in music education, mentoring through clinics and private instruction. His work balances reverence for legacy (Brubeck, Bach) with fresh, genre-fluid experimentation.