The Quest
The Quest is saxophonist-composer Alex Loran’s debut album which showcases her unique composition style as well as performances by some of her closest friends and musical collaborators.
Through her compositions, Loran tells the story of the Hero’s Journey in a brand new way. Her use of melodies, groove, and harmony create colorful textures throughout the octet, and gives each musician their own chance to shine.
From Afro-Cuban to funk, swing, odd meter, and more, Loran’s creative voice stands out both through her writing and her performance. The title track especially demonstrates her distinct take on melody and rhythm, featuring a flowing ostinato played on the vibraphone.
The Quest was recorded at Mighty Fine Studios in February 2025, and is available on CD and for streaming.
New Beginnings Suite
The New Beginnings Suite is a 6 movement work for jazz big band composed by saxophonist Alex Loran. It was performed for Alex’s senior recital at CU Boulder in March 2024.This performance features artwork by Jyotsna Venkatesh.
Movements:
1) Introduction: Before the Journey
2) The Journey
3) Arrival
4) Settlin' In
5) Take a Breath
6) This New Life is Still Your Life
Commissions
Alex has written numerous commissions for local artists/groups. To see her portfolio, please use the button below to contact her.
Interested in commissioning a piece? Click the button below to fill out an interest form.