Angelo Gregorio, born in Salerno, Italy in 1983, is a talented Italian jazz saxophonist based in Brussels. His artistic and cultural work has been acknowledged by both Italian and Belgian institutions, garnering support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Culture.
I’ve wrote a new book (in Italian) about the connections between jazz improvisation and sailing activities, check it on AMAZON!
The skills developed in these disciplines go beyond technique. In jazz, improvisation is a collective act where listening and collaboration are fundamental. Similarly, at sea, the crew must work in synergy, adapting to the changing conditions of wind and waves. Both worlds teach how to interpret the present and build the future moment by moment, blending individuality and community. Charlie Parker once said, “Music is your own experience, your thoughts, your wisdom. If you don’t live it, it won’t come out of your horn.” Sailing, on the other hand, teaches respect for nature, patience, and the value of responsibility, shaping more aware and mindful individuals.
Angelo Gregorio, born in Salerno, Italy in 1983, is a talented Italian jazz saxophonist based in Brussels. Graduating from the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, he has a rich background of international experiences, including collaborations with world-renowned artists and tours across Europe and the United States. He has founded several bands and musical projects, recorded numerous albums, and received recognition for his contribution to the jazz scene. In addition to his music career, Angelo is also an educator, teaching saxophone and jazz ensemble in Brussels music institutions. His artistic and cultural work has been acknowledged by both Italian and Belgian institutions, garnering support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Culture. Currently, Angelo is working on new musical projects, including a creative exploration of the connection between jazz and sailing, which will culminate in a book and an album titled “The Jazz Sailor.”
Angelo Gregorio, nato a Salerno nel 1983, è un talentuoso sassofonista jazz italiano attivo a Bruxelles. Laureatosi al Conservatorio Reale di Bruxelles, ha un background ricco di esperienze internazionali, includendo collaborazioni con artisti di fama mondiale e tour in tutta Europa e negli Stati Uniti. Ha fondato diverse band e progetti musicali, registrato numerosi album e ricevuto riconoscimenti per il suo contributo alla scena jazz. Oltre alla sua carriera musicale, Angelo è anche un educatore, insegnando sassofono e ensemble jazz in istituzioni musicali di Bruxelles. Il suo lavoro artistico e culturale è stato riconosciuto da istituzioni italiane e belghe, ottenendo il sostegno del Ministero degli Esteri e della Cultura. Attualmente, Angelo sta lavorando a nuovi progetti musicali, inclusa una ricerca creativa sull’interconnessione tra il jazz e la vela, che culminerà in un libro e un album intitolato “The Jazz Sailor”.
The Italian Cultural Institute of Brussels awarded me with a Certificate of Merit
“To Maestro Angelo Gregorio for his many years of promoting Italian jazz music in Belgium”. In March 2022 Angelo receive this certificate from the Italian Institute of Culture of Brussels!
My projects have been broadcast several times on national television in Belgium and Italy
My artistic philosophy is based on always being creative, curious, ready to reinvent myself, accepting criticism, and creating to connect. These principles guide me in my artistic journey and inspire me to continue growing and evolving as a musician.
