100-Word Biography

Max Bessesen is an award-winning saxophonist, composer and multi-woodwind instrumentalist living in NYC. His warm sound and “saxophone virtuosity” (Downbeat) has helped him perform in bands led by Miguel Zenón, Mimi Jones, and Darcy James Argue among others. He has performed on four continents and in New York venues like Dizzy’s Club and The Jazz Gallery. Max’s newest recording Feet Don’t Change releases on April 6th, 2027. One of the pieces on this album was awarded a David Baker Prize and premiered at the 2026 Ravinia Festival. Max has also received awards from Chamber Music America, ASCAP and many others.