The Allison Young Quartet

About

Saxophonist and bandleader Allison Young returns to the Nocturne stage for two special summer shows featuring Gavin Allen-Dunn (piano), Eirik Haugbro (bass) and Brian Claxton (drums)This adventerous quartet strikes a dynamic balance between beloved standards and rare finds, all while weaving in captivating original works. Allison Young is a saxophonist/woodwind specialist who performs in both Colorado and New York. She regularly performs with groups such as the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra, the Annie Booth Big Band, and the Zaremba Jazz Fellowship Orchestra, and has also toured internationally with the Glenn Miller Orchestra. Allison has performed alongside musicians such as Dick Oatts, Jeff Hamilton, Wayne Bergeron, Greg Gisbert, Randy Brecker, Tia Fuller, Father John Misty, and Ms. Lauryn Hill. Allison is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Jazz Performance at the Eastman School of Music and earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Northern Colorado.