The Tristan Cappel Quartet

Detroit-born multi-instrumentalist Tristan Cappel is one of Los Angeles' most compelling rising voices in modern jazz. A saxophonist, flutist, clarinetist, composer, and producer, Cappel brings a deeply expressive and cinematic approach to performance—blending jazz tradition with contemporary soul, improvisation, and expansive musical storytelling.

His upcoming album North Star reflects a transformative and deeply personal chapter in his life, featuring collaborations with acclaimed artists including Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Telemakus, and Andrew Renfroe. As both a bandleader and collaborator, Cappel has become a sought-after presence on major stages and recordings alike.

Recent highlights include performances with Michelle Coltrane at LACMA and the Hammer Museum, appearances at SFJAZZ, the Hollywood Bowl, Camp Flog Gnaw, and the upcoming Los Angeles Jazz Festival, as well as collaborations with artists such as Sasha Berliner, Sly5thAve, Imagine Dragons, Bruno Mars, Cypress Hill, and Postmodern Jukebox.

As a recording artist, he has contributed woodwinds for Lana Del Rey, Don Toliver, H.E.R., Christina Aguilera, Charlie Puth, Laufey, and Stanley Clarke, among many others. Whether on stage or in the studio, Tristan Cappel delivers an immersive, modern jazz experience that is soulful, adventurous, and unforgettable in the intimate setting of The Den.