Stantawn Kendrick is a saxophonist and educator from Thomson, Georgia, known for his warm tone, expressive clarity, and deep musical roots in both jazz and the church. A graduate of Valdosta State University and William Paterson University, he became a protégé of Clark Terry, touring with Terry’s big band and quintet for five years as the last saxophonist to work with him regularly. Kendrick has performed with or studied under Mulgrew Miller, Eric Reed, Russell Malone, Kenny Garrett, Joe Lovano, The Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra under Wynton Marsalis and others. His debut album, No Longer Bound, explores themes of struggle, faith, and emotional liberation. He is currently a member of the Legendary Count Basie Jazz Orchestra.
We’re excited to welcome Mr. Kendrick to Word of South as part of the Sunday jazz lineup!