Alexander Davis Appointed Assistant Teaching Professor of Woodwinds and Woodwind Area Coordinator

The John J. Cali School of Music at Montclair State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexander Davis as Assistant Teaching Professor of Woodwinds and Woodwind Area Coordinator.

A New York City based bassoonist, Davis is recognized for his expressive playing, thoughtful artistry, and commitment to building connection and community through music. He is also a dedicated advocate for equity in the arts and serves as Founder and Artistic Director of Sugar Hill Salon, a Harlem based chamber music series that highlights Black and Brown wind artistry.

An accomplished performer, Davis has appeared with a wide range of leading ensembles, including the Gateways Music Festival Orchestra, American Composers Orchestra, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, and The Knights. He is also a member of the International Contemporary Ensemble and Quintet of the Americas, and has performed on Broadway in productions including The Phantom of the Opera, Sweeney Todd, and Camelot.

Davis holds a bachelor’s degree in music education and performance from SUNY Fredonia, a master’s degree in performance from Stony Brook University, and a Performer’s Certificate in Orchestral Performance from the Manhattan School of Music. He is currently a doctoral candidate in music at Stony Brook University. His principal teachers have included renowned bassoonists Frank Morelli, Bob Williams, and Laura Koepke.

Already a valued member of the Cali faculty, Davis has made a strong impact as a teacher, mentor, and collaborator. In this new role, he will continue to support students with the same depth of artistry and dedication, while helping to shape a musical environment that is both inclusive and forward looking.

The Cali School invites the community to join in congratulating Davis on this appointment.