Russ Grazier is a composer and saxophonist in his native Portsmouth, New Hampshire. He has taught saxophone, composition and music theory for over 25 years. In 2002, together with his wife Katie, he co-founded the Portsmouth Music and Arts Centre. In recent years Russ' work has often focussed on creative ageing and using music education programs to combat ageism. He is currently writing a book on this very topic. Russ has taught at various New Horizons Music camps with a special interest in jazz and improvisation. Russ and I met during the Cincinnati New Horizons Music Camp in July 2023. https://www.pmaconline.org
