Grammy-nominated saxophonist, composer, and Blue Note recording artist Melissa Aldana with Pablo Menares on bass and Kush Abadey on drums.
Melissa is internationally recognized for her profound musicality, fearless improvisation, and deeply personal storytelling. Her artistry quickly gained international attention when she became the first female instrumentalist and first South American to win the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition—a historic milestone that launched her onto the global stage.
Born in Santiago, Chile, Aldana grew up in a family of musicians and began performing professionally as a teenager under the guidance of her father, renowned saxophonist Marcos Aldana. Influenced by Sonny Rollins, Wayne Shorter, and Mark Turner, she has developed a distinct voice that balances jazz tradition with bold innovation.
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