Saxophone - The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music

Saxophone

Jan Berry Baker has joined the UCLA Department of Music as the new Associate Professor of Music,  She will be teaching saxophone and wind ensemble students. She is in demand as a solo and chamber music performer, and is an advocate of contemporary music.

Faculty

Associate Dean of Faculty Mentoring and Community Relations, Professor - Saxophone, Head of Woodwinds, Vice Chair of the Department of Music Performance, Education & Composition
Jan Berry Baker
Canadian American saxophonist Jan Berry Baker has performed as a concerto soloist, chamber, and orchestral musician on many of the world’s great stages.  Recent engagements have taken her across the
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Jan 13 Tue
3:00pm
Free
masterclasses
Pathways and Possibilities: Building a Career in the Arts
Join the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music as we welcome Dr. Thomas Kurtz for a masterclass, hosted by the studio of Dr. Jan Berry Baker.   About Dr. Kurtz:
Jan 31 Sat
8:00pm
Free
classical, contemporary
20th Annual UCLA Philharmonia All-Star Concert
Each year, the All-Star competition provides Music Department students with the opportunity to audition for the privilege of performing as soloists with the UCLA Philharmonia, the school’s flagship orchestra. Join
Schoenberg Hall Learn More
Feb 6 Fri
8:00pm
Free
classical
UCLA Wind Ensemble
Join the UCLA Wind Ensemble for their first concert of the Winter 2026 quarter.
Schoenberg Hall Learn More
67th GRAMMY Award Winners
The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is proud to share that faculty and alumni were well represented at the 67th GRAMMY Awards. In all, thirteen faculty and six alums
Serenade with a Dandelion Named a Top Classical Album in 2024
Long-running and influential online magazine Textura has just released its top 20 lists for classical and jazz recordings of 2024. Coming in at number three on the list for quartet, ensemble or
GRAMMY Award Nominations in 2024
The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is proud to share that faculty and alumni were well represented at this year’s GRAMMY Awards. In all, thirteen faculty and six alums

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