Testimonials
“The man can really play the alto sax! He negotiates the blistering tempo effortlessly… “Changes Over Time” demonstrates John’s way with a ballad, the true test of any player, and he passes with flying colors.”
— Phil Woods”I’ve known John Mastroianni for quite some time and am very excited by his sound and passion. This recording (Live at the Silvermine) represents a giant step in his future as saxophonist, leader and composer.”
—Joe Lovano”I’m very impressed by his recording ‘Live at the Silvermine.’ It is a beautiful representation of the energy and talent that John has always possessed, and his willingness to constantly seek higher ground to display it.”
— Dick Oatts”He’s one of the best educators in the country as far as I am concerned.”
— Jim McNeely
— Harvey Siders (Jazz Times)”…an alto soloist, John Mastroianni, who hits a home run every time he solos.”
— John Murph (Jazz Times)“John’s alto catapults the music into warpdrive.”
— Chuck Obuchowski”…a skilled and fiery player in the Phil Woods mode.”
— Will Smith (Jazz Sounds)
“…a formidable technician reminiscent of Phil Woods in his bright phrasing and rhythmic drive.”
— Stuart Kremsky (Cadence)
“…John Mastroianni whipped up the band with a chugging rumble through his closer, Last Stop, Grand Central.”
— Greg Haymes (Times Union)
“…John is the consummate saxophonist and woodwind doubler. He plays as well as anyone on the jazz scene today.”
— Paul Evoskevich (Saxophone Journal)”He has one of the nicest alto sounds I’ve heard for a long time.”
— David Badham
“…alto/soprano saxophonist John Mastroianni, who hones a bright, bittersweet tone, deft dexterity and slightly aggressive bite.”
— Harvey Siders (Jazz Times)