Joshua Redman

Joshua Redman is a Grammy-nominated jazz saxophonist and Lecturer/Visiting Artist renowned for his technical mastery and genre-blurring creativity. He holds a B.A. in Social Studies from Harvard College (summa cum laude, 1991) and briefly deferred Yale Law School to pursue music. His career spans over three decades, blending traditional jazz with progressive approaches across multiple formations.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies, Harvard College (1991)

Research Interests: Redman explores improvisation, multi-genre fusion (jazz/classical/rock), orchestral arrangements, and avant-garde quartet dynamics. He emphasizes collaborative innovation through projects like Still Dreaming (reimagining his father’s Old and New Dreams legacy) and The Bad Plus Joshua Redman (rock-jazz fusion). His work often bridges historical jazz traditions with modern experimentalism.

Key Projects:

• Founder/Artistic Director of SFJAZZ Collective (2004–2007)
• James Farm Quartet (2009–present)
• Notable trios: Back East, Compass, Trios Live

Recognition:

• 3 Grammy nominations
• Top honors in DownBeat, Jazz Times, and Village Voice polls
• Acclaimed collaborations with Metheny, Blade, Goldberg, and the SFJAZZ Collective

Advising & Mentorship: While no formal students are listed, Redman’s mentorship is embedded in his ensemble work and SFJAZZ leadership, nurturing emerging artists through collaborative projects.

Labs/Teams: Regular collaborations with Aaron Goldberg Quartet, Brian Blade’s Fellowship, and James Farm exemplify his commitment to collective creativity.