Steve Schnall
Professional Saxophonist/Multi-Instrumentalist
Welcome to the new and improved website of Saxophonist/Multi-Instrumentalist, Steve Schnall! He is one of the most in-demand and respected woodwind musicians in the Midwest. He is also a fixture in the music community in Chicago, where he has lived for over 25 years. In this website you will be able to read all about Steve and will be able to view his tour schedule with various bands. There are also many pictures throughout the site displaying Steve’s performances with various musical luminaries. Please check back often to see where and when Steve Schnall will be performing next whether it’s a solo gig, a show with his band Trippin Billies, a show with one of the 5 big bands that Steve is a member of, a high-profile show, a performance with his brand new saxophone quartet, Saxofonix, or any other event. The first public performance date for Steve’s new quartet, Saxofonix, is September 16, 2021 at the Fulton Street Collective in Chicago, Illinois. Mark your calendars now, as you can attend virtually, and possibly in-person! You can also hear Steve Schnall featured on FOUR brand new big band CD releases coming out in 2021. Steve is available 365 days a year to perform any style of music that you need. He is available for major tours, shows, original recordings (in-person and remote), any recording sessions (in-person and remote) including commercial/radio/tv/movie spots. Steve Schnall is also a professional educator & clinician and has advanced degrees in music and is available to work with any grade school or university.
About me
Hailing originally from Columbus, Ohio, Steve Schnall has been an active member of the Chicago music scene for over 25 years. He’s a graduate from the Capital University Conservatory of Music with a degree in Music Performance and a minor in conducting. Right out of college, Steve assumed the Head of Jazz position with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’ “Legend of the Sea” that toured all over Latin America, Hawaii, and Alaska. Since his move to Chicago in 1996 Steve continues to be one of the most requested multi-instrumentalists in the Midwest. He has been an active performer on the soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxes in addition to clarinet, bass clarinet, flute, piccolo, drums/percussion, vocals, & piano/keys for OVER 30 years!