Donald Harrison

Donald Harrison Jr. (born June 23, 1960) is an African-American jazz saxophonist and the Big Chief of The Congo Square Nation Afro-New Orleans Cultural Group from New Orleans, Louisiana. He is known for his contributions to jazz music and his deep connection to the New Orleans culture. Harrison was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the Berklee College of Music in 2021 and is also recognized as an NEA Jazz Master. He has played alongside notable musicians such as Roy Haynes and Jack McDuff and was a member of Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. His foundational knowledge of New Orleans culture and his expertise in jazz make him a respected figure in the music industry.More