Roy McGrath Quartet

Puerto Rican-born, Chicago-based tenor saxophonist, multi-woodwind instrumentalist, composer, bandleader, and educator Roy McGrath continues to expand the reach of Afro-Caribbean jazz through his performances, compositions, and collaborations. His music bridges the folkloric traditions of Puerto Rico with the improvisational language of jazz, creating a voice that is both rooted in heritage and forward-looking in scope.

Through his work as a performer, composer, and educator, Roy McGrath continues to build bridges between traditions, cultures, and generations. His artistry reflects the intersection of Puerto Rican identity and the evolving language of jazz—an ongoing dialogue between island and city, memory and innovation.