Ben Simmons Quintet at Jazz On Main

Benjamin Simmons is a New York City-based tenor saxophonist who specializes in modern and straight ahead jazz. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Hartford’s Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in jazz studies. Throughout his time at the University of Hartford, Benjamin studied with world renowned saxophonist, Abraham Burton, as well as Nat Reeves, Rene McLean, and Steve Davis. Since graduation, Benjamin has shared the stage with notable Hartford musicians Nat Reeves, Jonathan Barber, Matt Dwonszyk, and Haneef Nelson. Benjamin is a prominent player in the Hartford scene and on the rise in New York City.