Tom van der Zaal

Tom van der Zaal is an award-winning saxophonist, composer, and entrepreneur from the Netherlands. Through his frequent performances at international venues and festivals, he has established himself as one of the Netherlands’ most visible and promising young jazz artists on the international scene. Tom has worked and shared the stage with renowned artists including Roy Hargrove, Peter Bernstein, Greg Hutchinson, Kiko Freitas and many others. His artistry combines a deep understanding of the jazz tradition with a distinctive contemporary voice, making him an exciting presence on today’s international jazz stage. “After all the compliments that I have shared regarding the international jazz scene, I am delighted to say the same regarding the Netherlands with the discovery of a new Dutch rising star.” — Rootstime, UK