Mark Hynes

NYC Saxophonist • Composer • Educator

Mark Hynes is a New York City saxophonist with deep Chicago roots and a sound shaped by Detroit’s legendary jazz community. He has performed and/or recorded with Quincy Jones, Christian McBride, Bernard Purdie, Jon Faddis, Victor Lewis, Darrell Green, Max Weinberg, and the late Dennis Irwin.
His work blends modern phrasing, classic warmth, and an unmistakable smoky subtone that sets him apart in today’s saxophone landscape.