Milo Lombardi is an Italian saxophonist and composer whose work is rooted in jazz, with a particular focus on melody, sound, and the space within improvisation. His playing reflects the influence of artists such as Stan Getz, Dexter Gordon, and Joshua Redman, while pursuing a voice that is distinctly his own.
After graduating in classical saxophone from the G. Rossini Conservatory in Pesaro, he continued his musical development through jazz studies and masterclasses with artists including Kurt Rosenwinkel, Peter Weniger, David Liebman, and Branford Marsalis. This combination of formal training and extensive live experience remains central to his approach as both a performer and composer.
Lombardi spent ten years based in Berlin, an important period in his artistic journey. There he worked with musicians from a wide range of backgrounds, developed his own projects, and performed regularly within the city’s jazz scene. In 2018, he was invited to perform at an event marking the twentieth anniversary of the German Ministry of Culture, attended by then-Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Over the years, he has performed at clubs, festivals, and concert series across Europe, the United States, Australia and Asia, including B-flat and A-Trane in Berlin and the Blue Note in Beijing.
His original composition Circular Quay received an Honorable Mention in the jazz category of the 2014 International Songwriting Competition, whose judges included Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter.
In Italy, Lombardi has collaborated with musicians such as Gabriele Mirabassi, Massimo Morganti, Daniele Di Gregorio, Marco Pacassoni, and Marco Frattini.
He continues to perform, compose, and collaborate internationally, guided by a melodic approach to improvisation and a lasting interest in the expressive possibilities of the saxophone.
His fingers glide ever so lightly over the keys, he exceeds the normal level of virtuosity.
Berliner Morgenpost, Germany
Lombardi hasn’t slowed down…
Pitchfork, USA
… simply, delectably cool.
All About Jazz, USA
… refreshing sound.
Alrededor de Medianoche, Argentina
Really great saxophonist. Deserves more lights on himself.
Anima Jazz, Italy
… a new jazz talent.
Il Resto Del Carlino, Italy