Tristan McMichael

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A poster with an image of Tristan holding an alto saxophone that reads: Tristan McMichael Spring 2026 Soloist: Glazunov Saxophone Concerto with the University of Nevada, Reno Symphony Orchestra Thursday, February 26th at 7:30 p.m. Nightingale Concert Hall University of Nevada, Reno Presenter/Performer: “Unveiling Duets for Saxophone and Bassoon” at the North American Saxophone Alliance With Jordan Wier and Mary Denney March 2026 (Exact Date and Time TBA) The Ohio State University 1st Masters Recital April 2026 (Exact Time and Date TBA) Harlan P. & Barbara R. Recital Hall Regular Commitments: Principal Saxophone - Nevada Wind Ensemble Soprano Saxophone - Bluebird Sax Quartet 2nd Bassoon - Reno Pops Orchestra Bassoon/Saxophone - Reno Video Game Symphony University of Nevada, Reno - Saxophone Studio Member

It’s shaping up to be a busy spring season! I am so excited to dig in!

Still taking commissions!

Reposting my duet with Jared Waters from Insta 🤩

Enjoy SLAYYYY Ride! 🏳️‍🌈

Happy Holi-gays!

😝

This is the tip of the iceberg mom 😇

“Rough 44” by Dolf de Kinkelder performed by the Bluebird Sax Quartet at the UNR Sax Studio recital.

This piece blends polystylism, theatricality, and extended techniques to create a unique experience for the performers and audience. Enjoy!

Did I make kids do some movement with sleigh bells to the crab rave? Mayhaps 😏

Literally! I ditched twitter the moment everything started shifting into the hellscape it is now 😪

A graphic with two images of a Winnie the Pooh inspired bucket hat labeled: First Commission!

“Help Me Crochet My Way to Ohio. Crochet hats for sale and commissions are open!”

“Support my Travels!” QR codes to Venmo, Zelle, and Cashapp

Still taking crochet commissions as I prepare for my conferences this spring! Dm me and we’ll come up with something special! 🤩

Did I start blasting the Shostakovich jazz suite to drown out some feral middle schoolers while subbing? Maybe 🤭

A flyer with a photo of Tristan, a photo of an octopus hat, and text that states: Help Me Crochet My Way to Ohio! Crochet hats for sale and commissions are open!

A flyer that states: Available Beanies $25 each (plus shipping if applicable) There are photos of available beanies included as well

A flyer with a photo of an octopus hat that states: Commission Options Basic Beanie - $25 Beanie w/Ear Flaps - $30 Mohawk Beanie - $35 Mohawk Beanie w/Ear Flaps - $40 Scarf - $40 Octopus Hat - $80 Twin-Size Blanket - $175 *Shipping + cost of materials not included in commission pricing above. Cost of materials waived if using yarn already in my possession!

A flyer with QR codes to Venmo, Zelle, and Cashapp that states “Support my Travels!”

I am selling crocheted items and taking orders to support my conference travels this spring!

I have a busy spring of conference travels, with the biggest being the 2026 Biennial North American Saxophone Alliance Conference in Ohio where I will present for saxophonists across North America!

How to Be an Anti-Colonial Musician For these five artists, creation is an act of resistance, and anti-colonialism is the methodology.

Love this read on anticolonial musicians; the idea that music should be 'apolitical' in the first place is ridiculous, and these musicians are putting resistance front and center in their work.

A text message exchange with “grandma” that has a photo of a crocheted Winnie the Pooh bucket hat and messages from Tristan stating “Someone ordered a bucket hat from me :)” and “They saw the yarn I had on hand and wanted something Winnie the Pooh inspired” With Tristan’s grandma responding “Zombie Apache” and Tristan responding “Huh?”

My one-track mind silly goose grandma 🤣

A graphic with two images of a Winnie the Pooh inspired bucket hat labeled: First Commission!

“Help Me Crochet My Way to Ohio. Crochet hats for sale and commissions are open!”

“Support my Travels!” QR codes to Venmo, Zelle, and Cashapp

Still taking crochet commissions as I prepare for my conferences this spring! Dm me and we’ll come up with something special! 🤩

A flyer with a photo of Tristan, a photo of an octopus hat, and text that states: Help Me Crochet My Way to Ohio! Crochet hats for sale and commissions are open!

A flyer that states: Available Beanies $25 each (plus shipping if applicable) There are photos of available beanies included as well

A flyer with a photo of an octopus hat that states: Commission Options Basic Beanie - $25 Beanie w/Ear Flaps - $30 Mohawk Beanie - $35 Mohawk Beanie w/Ear Flaps - $40 Scarf - $40 Octopus Hat - $80 Twin-Size Blanket - $175 *Shipping + cost of materials not included in commission pricing above. Cost of materials waived if using yarn already in my possession!

A flyer with QR codes to Venmo, Zelle, and Cashapp that states “Support my Travels!”

I am selling crocheted items and taking orders to support my conference travels this spring!

I have a busy spring of conference travels, with the biggest being the 2026 Biennial North American Saxophone Alliance Conference in Ohio where I will present for saxophonists across North America!

Soprano saxophone ornament on a Christmas tree

Alto saxophone ornament on a Christmas tree

It’s officially holiday season now that the saxophones are on the tree 😇

#SaturdayShepherds

I already lost whamageddon 😭

Work in Progress: Ryo Noda’s Improvisation 2 😇

I am enjoying exploring different sound concepts in my playing. I got to perform for UNR’s concert class last week and had a great time!

I’m going to be working on leaning more into the improvisatory nature and the elements of shakuhachi flute next 💪

Soprano saxophone ornament on a Christmas tree

Alto saxophone ornament on a Christmas tree

It’s officially holiday season now that the saxophones are on the tree 😇

Upping my vitamin C before I sub at local elementary schools this month 😮‍💨💪

Not the autocorrected space between judge and mental in judgemental 🤣

Shoutout to the judge mental old man playing French horn in front of me who turned around and made eye contact every time I struggled playing the lowest notes of the bassoon at pianissimo.

Sorry grandpa, I’m a saxophonist who hasn’t played bassoon in years and is fighting for his life 🙃🤣

It does, especially when it isn’t diverse in the slightest

That version is lovely!

This edition has some interesting harmonies in the orchestra that add a neat flare!

A bassoon in front of a music stand with music on it

Lovely night of bassooning 🎄

I don’t understand the rural vs city discourse.

Everyone has different places for being where they lived and each community (whether rural or city) has a totally different vibe.

I’m more of a city person because I feel safer as a queer person, but not all people have that same experience.

I hate having misophonia 🥲

I legitimately tossed my phone across the room while watching a YouTube video because they started eating and the sounds were atrocious

Reject Spotify wrapped

Embrace bandcamp Fridays