Arranger and saxophonist Bob Mintzer has made his mark merging a traditional jazz approach with an all encompassing modernism that embraces lyricism and swing, taking the listener on an unpredictable and vibrant journey. Besides leading his own big band, Bob heads a jazz quartet and is a 15 year Yellowjackets veteran. But still, Bob manages to find time to write symphonies, sax quartets, and etude books.

Bob has played and written for Buddy Rich, Thad Jones, Mel Lewis, Art Blakey, Sam Jones, Jaco Pastorius, The GRP Big Band, Mike Manieri, Tito Puente, and the NY Philharmonic. He has done session work for James Taylor, Queen, Steve Winwood, Aretha Franklin, and countless others.

Bob has been nominated for 13 Grammy awards for his solo work, his big band recordings, and his tenure with the Yellowjackets. Homage to Count Basie won the Grammy for Best Large Ensemble at the 44th Annual Grammy Awards, 2001.