Willie Morris

Hailing from the vibrant music scene of St. Louis, saxophonist and composer Willie Morris emerges as a fresh and exciting force in the jazz scene. With a deep-rooted appreciation for the Black-American art forms that have flourished in his city, he brings a dynamic and unique perspective to his craft.

Willie's journey led him to study music at prestigious institutions such as Eastern Illinois University and The Juilliard School, where he had the privilege of learning from renowned teachers, including Dan Block, Ron Blake, Roxy Coss, Bruce Williams, Sam Fagaly, Marc Cary, Ulysses Owens, Paul Johnston, Scott Hesse, Frank Kimbrough, and many other influential mentors.

In this early stage of his career, Willie Morris has already been blessed with remarkable opportunities that have allowed him to perform and record alongside a distinguished lineup of artists. Collaborating with esteemed musicians such as Randy Brecker, John Clayton, Jason Marsalis, Montez Coleman, Josh Lawrence, Donald Edwards, Boris Kozlov, Rudy Royston, and Art Hirahara, among others, Willie has had the privilege of immersing himself in diverse musical settings that have expanded his artistic horizons.