Saxophone Genesis: New Works at the Kennedy Center
Tomorrow! August 25th 2019 at 6:00pm. Check it out online live or after at: Also, find the program notes here.
Author: dougoconnor
News: Selmer Artist Roster
I am pleased to share that I am now officially on the Selmer Artist roster! I have been playing their saxophones for 20 years now, and I’m honored to be included among the many clinicians and performers who sponsor their…
Eastman School of Music: Adjunct Assistant Professor of Saxophone
I am thrilled to announce that this week I have begun a much anticipated stint teaching at the Eastman School of Music, as sabbatical replacement for Dr. Chien-Kwan Lin. It is incredible how far Dr. Lin and his students have…
Upcoming concerto with USF Symphony!
Upcoming concert with Percussion Ensemble!
16 ii/V Paths, inspired by Herbie Hancock
Ok jazz nerds, I have SSG Michael Kramer (guitarist, Army Blues) to thank for this little project. He told me about this great idea, and I’ve decided to blow some time at BCT cataloging its results. Behold: 2-5 Matrix (Herbie…
Boot Camp 2.0
In a freak occurrence of red tape, I will be attending boot camp for a SECOND TIME as I transition from the Naval Academy Band to the Army Band (Pershing’s Own). I’m happy to report that my last artistic activity…
Adding some jazz
I don’t have many recordings online of my jazz playing, largely as a result of marketing and circumstance, but I’m happy to share this recent take. Enjoy!
Theoretically Informed Intonation
As I update the Blackboard content for my students at Towson University, I came across a paper I wrote during my graduate study at Eastman School of Music and have decided that it’s worth sharing. If you are interested in how…
New download available: J.S. Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins, BWV 1043
I recently arranged the Concerto for Two Violins, BWV1043 by J.S. Bach for two soprano saxophones and chamber ensemble (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, french horn, trumpet, contrabass, and optional continuo), and this arrangement is now available for purchase in the Store…