Cole Lindsay

Saxophonist, composer, and teacher.

About

Portrait of Cole smiling in a dark henley against a grey-blue wall

I’m Cole Lindsay, a saxophonist, composer, and teacher based in the Arcadia and San Gabriel Valley area of Southern California.

I studied jazz at the USC Thornton School of Music and graduated in May 2026 with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies. Jazz has been an integral part of my life since I was very young, and I love sharing it with others. I’ve played in duos, small groups, and big bands, and have experience writing for all of those settings.

If you need a chart, a player, or a teacher, I’d love to hear from you!

Cole playing alto saxophone on stage with eyes closed — Photo: Jason Goode

Cole on saxophone with a band on stage at Amsterdam Blue Dock

Black and white photo of two saxophonists wearing headphones in a recording session — Photo: Jude Bronner

Sunset over a calm bay with a long wooden pier

Do You Hurt?

An original, performed at the Carson Sound Stage at USC, with Daniel Wijedasa (baritone saxophone), Jack Simpson (electric guitar), Greg Sim (piano), Alex Welch (upright bass), and Henry Spencer (drums).

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Work with me

Arrangements

Charts for quartets and small groups, from ensemble writing to game and film scoring.

Session work

Live shows, events, and recording sessions.

Teaching

Private lessons in saxophone, improvisation, composition, and arranging, plus audition prep.

Contact

For bookings, arrangements, or teaching inquiries:

colelindsaymusic@gmail.com colelndsy