EPISODE 110 - Anthony Nelson, Jr.

Anthony Nelson, Jr. is a saxophonist, flautist, clarinetist, and composer known for blending jazz, gospel, funk, and neo-soul into a unique and captivating sound. A versatile musician, he has performed with legends such as Billy Hart, John Hicks, Regina Carter, and the Count Basie Orchestra. His recordings, including Testament: Live at Cecil’s and Tenor for Two, showcase his deep musical storytelling. Nelson also serves as the Artistic Director for the Jazz in the Sanctuary series at Shiloh Baptist Church, bringing world-class jazz to the community. He exclusively plays Vandoren mouthpieces, Yanagisawa saxophones, and Uebel clarinets.