Juan Ruiz has emerged as one of the most sought-after jazz musicians in the New York City music scene, where he continues to delight audiences with his music and poetry as the leader of his band.

Cuban Cultural Center of New York

“very contemporary and original... the sound of his clarinet and soprano saxophone is beautiful. I consider his music to be of the highest quality and at a very high level.”

Chucho Valdés

Clarinetist - Saxophonist - Composer

 Born in Medellín, Colombia, Juan studied Composition and Jazz Performance on clarinet and saxophone at the Longy School of Music and Berklee College of Music. His most recent compositions have been presented in Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela, Mexico, China, Germany, and the United States and he recently performed as a special guest of the unique jazz harpist Edmar Castañeda at Dizzy’s Club. He also works closely with the 17-time GRAMMY® winner Paquito D’Rivera, composing, arranging, and performing a diverse repertoire during his concerts in New York and abroad. Juan has also worked as a producer for different projects including artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, The New York Voices, Paquito D’Rivera, and Chucho Valdés & Irakere among others.