Next show: Los Angeles, Thu 19 Nov
Ryan Devlin is a saxophonist, woodwind educator, and arts administrator from Orlando, Florida. He began his musical journey under the guidance of his father, Scott Devlin, leader of the Walt Disney World Sax Quartet. Growing up in a home filled with music, Ryan was immersed in an environment of teaching, practicing, performing, and listening from an early age. After studying piano for three years, he began playing the saxophone at age nine and quickly developed a passion for the instrument. Ryan earned a Master of Music degree in Jazz Performance from the New England Conservatory in Boston in 2023, where he studied with renowned saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi. Since then, he has built a multifaceted career as a performer, educator, and producer. In 2026, he was appointed Executive Director of Jazz Lesson Videos, one of the leading online platforms for jazz education. As a performer, Ryan is a member of the Dave Weckl–Tom Kennedy Project and is featured as a soloist on the group’s latest recording, The Summit. He has also performed as a featured soloist with acclaimed ensembles including the Grammy Award-winning 8-Bit Big Band, and the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Ryan Devlin plays hard bop and modern instrumental jazz, highlighted by dynamic tenor saxophone improvisation and intricate trio arrangements. Follow Ryan Devlin on Mood.
Ryan Devlin is a saxophonist and educator originally from Orlando, Florida.
Ryan Devlin is known for his work on projects like The Summit with the Dave Weckl–Tom Kennedy Project as well as his trio record Back on the Beat.
