(2024). Ian Rictor is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer based in the Bay Area. He has performed and arranged music throughout the United States and Europe, featuring as a guest soloist at the Wigan International Jazz Festival, the Bansko Jazz Festival, and the Tournai Jazz Festival. He has been fortunate to share the stage with artists such as Dave Douglas, Dave Liebman, and Rufus Reid, and has performed as an opener for Steve Wozniak and Jay Leno. His compositions, editions, and arrangements have been performed by the NATO Jazz Orchestra, the NATO Jazz Combo, the Latvian Armed Forces Band, and the San Francisco Contemporary Music Players. Ian holds a Bachelor of Music in Saxophone Performance from the University of Colorado and a Master of Music in Technology and Applied Composition from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

Exam Preparation: ABRSM – Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music (British), Entrance Exams for Conservatories, AP Prep