JOHN GUNTHER

is a saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and educator whose music flows freely across genres—from the jazz tradition to collaborations with string quartets, electronic artists, and cross-cultural ensembles. A “performing composer,” he has appeared on stages around the world, from Carnegie Hall to clubs in Europe and South America.

Through more than two dozen recordings as a leader or collaborator, Gunther continues to explore sound, color, and texture. His latest release, Painting the Dream, features pianist Dawn Clement and drummer Dru Heller in a heartfelt tribute to trumpeter Ron Miles and to Gunther’s mother, painter Judy Gunther, whose artwork graces the album. Recent projects include Tales from the Tank, a solo recording captured in the extraordinary acoustics of The TANK Center for Sonic Arts; Trickster Tales, a collaboration with the Carpe Diem String Quartet; and Convergence, his long-standing ensemble dedicated to adventurous new jazz.