cd - Jon Irabagon
Jon Irabagon is a Filipino-American saxophonist, composer, and founder of Irabbagast Records. In 2008, he won the Thelonious Monk Jazz Competition and was named one of New York City's 25 Jazz Icons by Time Out New York. His discography includes albums such as "The Observer" (2009), "Foxy" (2010), "Behind the Sky" (2015), and "Rising Sun" (2022). Irabagon is known for his versatility across genres ranging from post-bop to free improvisation and has collaborated with artists like Mary Halvorson, Dave Douglas, and Barry Altschul. In 2014, he received the Philippine Presidential Award for his contributions to the perception of Filipinos worldwide.
