Jay Byrnes Solo Series n. 1 | BRISBANE EXCLUSIVE

Australian saxophonist Jay Byrnes reimagines Bach through a contemporary lens with the baritone saxophone.

The saxophone didnt exist in Bachs time, yet in the hands of Australian saxophonist, arranger, and researcher Jay Byrnes, the baritone saxophone becomes a striking new voice for the masters timeless works. A specialist in transcriptions and cross-era performance, Jay brings fresh perspective to Bach, through adaptation of Cello suite #2 juxtoposed with contemporary works and improvisations, maintaining the vitality of the Baroque Master.

With a Master of Music in Baroque interpretation from ESMAE in Portugal and a Doctorate of Musical Arts exploring music appropriation and tango, Jay bridges centuries and cultures in his artistry. As an accomplished saxophonist, researcher and pedagogue Jay is dedicated to expanding the instruments repertoire and inspiring audiences with bold reimaginings, new experiences and broad perspectives.

Experience Bach like never beforea dialogue across centuries, where the baritone saxophone breathes new life into Baroque brilliance.