Alex Heitlinger to present music at The Jazz Gallery in New York City on May 22.
Alex Heitlinger, assistant professor of music and director of jazz studies at Elon University, has been invited by Grammy-nominated jazz composer Miho Hazama to present his jazz compositions at her Jazz Composer Showcase series at The Jazz Gallery, a renowned jazz club in New York City on May 22, 2025.
Heitlinger, along with two other featured composers, will present a concert of all-original music featuring an all-star ensemble of New York City jazz musicians.
“It’s a huge honor to be invited,” said Heitlinger. “I’m excited to be able to present my music as part of this wonderful series.”
Heitlinger plans to include pieces from his most recent album Slush Pump Truck Stop (SteepleChase Records). The Jazz Composer Showcase, curated by Hazama, is known for spotlighting exceptional jazz composers.
For more information, visit https://jazzgallery.org/jazz-composers-showcase