Todd Bashore

Todd Bashore, a North Carolina native, holds a bachelor's degree in music from Duke University, studying saxophone, composition, and arranging under Paul Jeffrey. He ventured to New York City to further his education, earning a master's degree from Queens College under jazz icons Jimmy Heath and Roland Hanna. An active figure in the New York jazz scene, Todd has performed with a wide array of artists including Slide Hampton, Christian McBride, Max Weinberg, and more. A skilled composer and arranger, Todd's work spans diverse projects, notably with the Captain Black Big Band and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra. He earned praise from the New York Times for arrangements such as ""Wave"" for Slide Hampton and his work for the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra.

Todd's talent is recognized by Vandoren, with over 25 commissioned arrangements for saxophones and rhythm section. His contributions can be heard on albums by Slide Hampton, Orrin Evans, Captain Black Big Band, and Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra. A Grammy-winning musician, Todd's saxophone and flute performances grace albums like Christian McBride Big Band's ""The Good Feeling"" and Pedro Giraudo Jazz Orchestra's ""Cordoba."" He's also a respected educator, teaching Jazz Analysis at Queens College, contributing his expertise to the next generation of musicians. Todd Bashore's impactful presence and versatile talents have left an indelible mark on the world of jazz.

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