Vancouver native Saul Berson is a veteran jazz saxophonist whose career spans over four decades, five acclaimed albums, and international performances across Canada, Europe, the Middle East, and South Africa. Celebrated for his warm, playful sound in the bebop tradition of Charlie Parker and Cannonball Adderley, Berson’s musical range also explores post-bop, trad jazz, and avant-garde styles. He has performed with such jazz luminaries as Jaki Byard, Steve Grossman, George Lewis, and Barry Guy. Berson leads several ensembles including the Saul Berson Quartet and Asef, a dynamic project merging Middle Eastern motifs with jazz improvisation. In addition to his own groups, he is an in-demand collaborator, performing with Vancouver ensembles like the Ragtime Ramblers, Ard ‘n Saul, and Tzimmes.
Asef is a Vancouver-based jazz quartet led by saxophonist and composer Saul Berson, blending contemporary jazz improvisation with the melodic richness of Middle Eastern musical traditions.
Asef's new album "Confluence" is out now! The press release is now live on All About Jazz.
I have been working with Saul for my corporate events for over 8 years and highly recommend his trio. Their consummate professionalism and ability to match the music to the tone of not just the event but the crowd is amazing. I have nothing but compliments from the guests after every event.
Ghislaine Crawford Events Coordinator/Corporate Sponsorship, Emily Carr University of Art + Design
The Saul Berson Quartet has developed a unique sound over the years delivering an uncommon approach to modern jazz, The Saul Berson Quartet …
The Saul Berson Trio is a Vancouver-based ensemble of professional musicians playing a wide array of the well-known jazz standards. Their …
Meet The Ragtime Ramblers – North America’s premier “Trad” or Dixieland Jazz band! The Ragtime Ramblers blend the best of traditional Jazz …
Saul teaches privately as well as giving master classes/clinics at elementary and high schools throughout Greater Vancouver.
