about

Born in Margate, NJ, and raised in Los Angeles, Adam Aronesty is a saxophonist and composer whose sound reflects a life spent moving between musical worlds. Now based in Brooklyn, he brings a lyrical voice and a deep rhythmic awareness to the bandstand, drawing from a wide range of jazz traditions and experimental currents.

Whether touring nationally or performing at venues like Jazz at Lincoln Center, Chris’s Jazz Café, and major jazz festivals, Adam is drawn to music that speaks across generations. He has opened for legends including Kenny Garrett, Terence Blanchard, and Abdullah Ibrahim, and continues to collaborate with a new wave of improvisers reshaping the jazz landscape.

As a sideman, Adam records for both original projects and media productions. Recent work includes Jacobo Vega-Albela’s album Un-Belonging and Digba Ogunbiyi’s upcoming 2026 release.

A graduate of the Eastman School of Music, he has performed alongside Christian McBride, Dafnis Prieto, Jeremy Pelt, and Ryan Keberle—experiences that have shaped both his technical and artistic capabilities.

Offstage, Adam is a dedicated educator, leading private instruction and group masterclasses for emerging musicians committed to developing a personal voice in the music.

  • Short answer:
    Yes — Adam teaches in person and online for all ages and levels.

    Expanded:
    Adam offers private lessons in saxophone, clarinet, flute, piano, composition, music theory, and improvisation. Lessons are tailored to each student’s goals — from building tone and fundamentals for beginners to audition prep, advanced repertoire, composition projects, and improvisation development.

    He also prepares students for school auditions and honor ensembles (All-County, All-State/NYSSMA) as well as college music program auditions. In-person lessons are available in New York City; online lessons are offered worldwide via Zoom.

    To get started, email adamaronesty@gmail.com with your instrument, level, goals, preferred lesson length (30/45/60 min), and a few times that work for you.

  • Short answer:
    Yes — Adam performs and records regularly in NYC, frequently travels to LA, and accepts bookings nationally and internationally.

    Expanded:
    Adam plays solo and with ensembles for music venues, weddings, corporate events, private parties, and collaborative projects.

    He is based in Brooklyn, performs throughout New York City, travels frequently to Los Angeles, and accepts bookings both nationwide and internationally.

    When you reach out, please include the project type (live/recording), date(s), location, ensemble size (solo/duo/trio/etc.), set or session length, and any other sound check details so we can confirm availability and logistics.

  • Short answer:
    Use the contact form or email adamaronesty@gmail.com

    Expanded:
    The fastest way to reach Adam is the site’s contact/booking form or email. For lessons, performances, or recording inquiries, email adamaronesty@gmail.com with a brief description of what you need.

    For lessons, include instrument, current level, goals, preferred lesson length, and a few preferred days/times.

    For performances or recordings, include event/project type, date(s), location, expected arrival or session window, and any collaborator or production notes. You’ll receive a prompt reply with availability and the next steps to confirm the booking.