Jamie Stockbridge is a versatile saxophonist, composer, and educator based in Manchester. With a distinguished MMus in Performance from the Royal Northern College of Music and a First-Class Honours BMus from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Jamie has honed his craft across diverse musical genres. He leads the Afro-beat group Agbeko, managing ... Read More

Jamie Stockbridge is a versatile saxophonist, composer, and educator based in Manchester. With a distinguished MMus in Performance from the Royal Northern College of Music and a First-Class Honours BMus from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Jamie has honed his craft across diverse musical genres. He leads the Afro-beat group Agbeko, managing performances, international tours, and record releases. As a member of Taupe, Jamie combines saxophone and electronics, contributing to creative direction and securing funding for international showcases. His compositions for The Easy Rollers have been broadcast on BBC Radio 3 and performed at prestigious venues like Bridgewater Hall and Cheltenham Jazz Festival. Jamie is also an experienced session musician, collaborating with renowned artists and ensembles such as Martha Reeves & The Vandellas and Manchester Camerata. Beyond performance, he is skilled in recording with DAWs and has contributed to film scores. As an educator, Jamie teaches woodwind instruments to children through Olympias Music Foundation and leads jazz workshops. His dedication extends to community service as a peer support volunteer for neonatal families. Jamie’s dynamic career reflects his passion for innovation, collaboration, and enriching the musical landscape. Read Less