Jeff Siegfried

Jeff Siegfried serves as Assistant Professor of Saxophone at West Virginia University, maintaining an active career as a performer, researcher, and recording artist. A Selmer Artist-Clinician, his performance versatility spans classical, jazz, klezmer, and free improvisation, noted for his 'rich, vibrant tone' (South Florida Classical Review) and 'showstopper performances' (Peninsula Reviews).

His research examines:

• 20th-century Jewish art music and Yiddishkayt
• Political dimensions of music
• Saxophone organology and performance practice

Performance highlights include solo appearances with the Vancouver Symphony and U.S. Army Band, orchestral work with the Chicago Symphony, and leadership of chamber ensembles like The Moanin' Frogs. His 2024 album 'Shades' explores extended saxophone techniques in commissioned works.

His awards include:

• First prizes: Luminarts Fellowship, Frances Walton competitions
• Runner-up: Carmel Music Society, NASA Quartet competitions
• 2016 Hans Schaeuble Award recipient

Recording credits appear on PARMA Recordings, Mark Records, and Parlour Tapes, with recent scholarly presentations at international conferences.