Derrick Michaels

Saxophonist | Composer | Educator

Baltimore-based tenor saxophonist whose approach is at once unapologetically lyrical and uncompromisingly dynamic. 

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"Posture of Possibility" @ An Die Musik

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New Monthly Performance Series: "Posture of Possibility"

Creating a Space for Creative Contribution - An Inclusive Music Series Showcasing Young Improvisers

This new series is an opportunity for me to share the spotlight in my favorite listening room in Baltimore, allowing me to showcase a cross-section of young improvisers as they grow into strong musical leaders.

**Special format! **


Short Solo improvisation from Featured Performer followed by:

Set 1:
Erin Connelly-trumpet

Derrick Michaels-tenor saxophone

Brent Madsen-trumpet

John Dierker-bass clarinet


*15 minute intermission *

Set 2: Erin Connelly, Derrick Michaels, and special guests!

(All tickets are $10!!)

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The wholehearted expression of music has the potential to uplift the spirit and heal our hearts. These 12 concerts are representative of a creative continuum which is designed to challenge convention & elude classification. Accordingly, I have selected 12 young musical leaders under the age of 30 to lead adventurous performances, putting full trust in improvisation as a potent unifying force across musical boundaries. The mission is to deliver music of substance, embracing the community while affirming the exceptionally personal nature of creative process for the improvising musician.

“In the measurement world, you set a goal and strive for it. In the universe of possibility, you set the context and let life unfold.” ― Benjamin Zander (Musical Director and Conductor - Boston Philharmonic Orchestra)

March features trumpeter Erin Connelly

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