A Legacy of Sound, Intent, and Discovery.

/ The Artist (01)

Michael Adkins is a professional saxophonist holding a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) degree. His career is defined by a "less is more" intentionality, rooted in the creative hubs of New York and Boston.

His work as both a performer and educator balances rigorous technical mastery with a deep commitment to the spontaneity of jazz improvisation.

/ Discography (02)
Flaneur
w/ Paul Motian, Larry Grenadier, Russ Lossing
HatHut Records / 2018
Rotator
w/ Paul Motian, John Hebert, Russ Lossing
HatHut Records / 2008
Infotation
w/ Ian Froman, John Hebert
Semblance Records / 2005
/ Achievements (03)
Jazz Album of the Year UK Wire Magazine for Rotator
Top Ten Critics Poll Cadence Magazine for Flaneur
Academic Honors Dean's List & Scholarship, New England Conservatory
/ Story (04)
"Adkins literally speaks through his horn with a soft-edged but full tone... reinforcing the adage that one can say much more by saying less."
— BUDD KOPMAN, AAJ