Ryan Saranich

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Ryan Saranich
Birth nameRyan David Saranich
Born (1987-02-16) February 16, 1987 (age 37)
Danbury, Connecticut, United States
Genres Funk, jazz, fusion
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, clinician
Instrument(s)Saxophone, drums, bass, piano
Years active1992 onward
Website www.ryansaranich.com

Ryan Saranich is an American jazz fusion saxophonist. Aside from being a saxophonist, he is also a drummer, bassist, and pianist. [1]

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Education

Ryan attended Northwest School of the Arts, [2] in Charlotte, North Carolina. For higher education, Ryan attended the University of North Carolina at Wilmington [3] and Berklee College of Music.

Performances

Since 2016, Ryan has been a member of the tribute band Brit Floyd. Since joining, Ryan has performed on Saxophones, Clarinet, Keyboards, Bass, Guitars, and Percussion.

In addition, Ryan has performed soundtracks and recordings for internationally released major motion pictures [4] and documentaries.

Ryan is an active writer and arranger, primarily in the jazz and pop settings.

Solo recordings

Ryan released his first album, "Doc's Blues" on April 28, 2008 [5] with the help of keyboardist Joseph Wooten, drummer Nate Morton, and Brazilian musicians Raphael Du Valle (bass) and Ronaldo Pizzi (keyboards). His second work was released December 21, 2010. It is entitled, "All By Myself" where all instruments are played by him. [6] A third release, "Story" was released March 28, 2013 featuring many talented musicians from the Boston area, but also including French vocalist Guillaume Eyango, a frequent collaborator. [7] A fourth release, "Foodventure", was a collaboration of Charlotte, NC musicians that released February 19th, 2016 with Ryan as a leader. Ryan's most recent recording is entitled, "Others' Odysseys" releasing on Sept 25th, 2018.

On May 19th, 2024, Ryan released a Youtube video on his channel, stating that a new album was being prepared for release.

Endorsements

Ryan plays Légère Reeds, [8] P. Mauriat Saxophones, [9] Theo Wanne Classic Mouthpieces, [10] Latin Percussion, [11] Fodera Guitars, EBS Bass Amplification, Godin and Seagull Guitars, BG Franck Bichon Accessories, Neotech Straps, Key Leaves, [12] NBO, and Mono Cases [13]

Discography

As leader

As a sideman

ArtistTitleYear of ReleaseRoleAwards and Nominations
Alex BaileySearching for Something [16] 2017Tenor Saxophone
Analise ScarpaciPathetic Little Dreamer [17] 2022Tenor Saxophone
Ann AdamsAll the You's and Me's2022Tenor Saxophone
Brit FloydLive USA 20202021Saxophones, Percussion, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards
Chris HeavenPure Chocolate [18] 2008Tenor Saxophone
Danny Go!Jazz-ma-Tazz [19] 2023Tenor Saxophone, Bass, Piano, Arrangement
Edo ScordoOn the Ferry Through the North2020Bass
Elin LeeBreathing [20] 2014Tenor Saxophone
Georgia EnglishIn the Fog2012Tenor Saxophone
How To Dance In OhioHow To Dance In Ohio2023Drums, Bass
Martin MusaubachAll Kinds of Good2016Tenor Saxophone, Co-Producer2017 Golden Melody Award, Jazz Album of the Year [21]
MatzkaMatzka Station2018Saxophone, Horn Arrangements
Maurice Williams and the ZodiacsCarolina's Best, Volume III2009Tenor Saxophone
Monet Sable & The Charlie Rosen Big BandMonet Sable & The Charlie Rosen Big Band2012Baritone Saxophone
Randy RainbowA Little Brains, A Little Talent [22] 2021Alto, Tenor, Baritone Saxophones2022 Grammy Nominee; Best Comedy Album [23]
Raphael Du ValleCada Dia Mais [24] 2009Tenor Saxophone

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