Alexandra Ridout Quartet

UK-born, multi-award winner Alexandra Ridout is a trumpeter, bandleader, composer, and educator based in Harlem, NYC. At just 27 years old, she is already one of the most talented young jazz trumpeters on the international scene. Since winning the BBC Young Jazz Musician in 2016, she has embarked on a busy and high-profile career, captivating audiences ever since. Her other accolades include British Jazz Awards ‘Rising Star’ 2018, Parliamentary Jazz Awards Nominee 2020, Keep an Eye International Jazz Award ‘Best Soloist’ 2023, 2nd place at the Carmine Caruso International Jazz Trumpet Competition 2023, and Next Jazz Legacy through New Music USA 2025.

The quartet beautifully captures Alexandra's views on life and music, as seen through the prism of her captivating compositions. The music aims to bring together Alexandra's diverse musical journey and influences, with counterpoint and artistic interaction at the forefront.

Alexandra Ridout : trumpet
tba : piano
Freddie Jensen : double bass
Ananda Brandão : drums