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Rachel Caswell
Sara Caswell

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✨GRAMMY® Nominee (Best Improvised Jazz Solo)
🍎NYC-based
📝on faculty at Berklee College of Music / NYU / Manhattan School of Music / The New School

What a thrill performing with my amazing @ghosttra

What a thrill performing with my amazing @ghosttrainorchestra bandmates at this year’s @bigearsfestival - a big thank you to our fearless leader @bwcarpenter for all he has done to make the celebration of Moondog’s music a reality 🙏🏼This being my first time attending Big Ears, I now know why so many friends have flagged it as their favorite festival. An incredible artist line-up, beautiful performance spaces, enthusiastic audiences - an annual must-experience for musicians & music fans alike. Can’t wait for Big Ears 2027! #supportlivemusic

So excited to be performing at this year’s @bigear

So excited to be performing at this year’s @bigearsfestival w/ @ghosttrainorchestra - we’ll be presenting 2 sets (12 & 1:30pm) of music by Moondog w/ special guests @davidbyrneofficial , @joanaspolicewoman , @karenmantler , & @samamidon . See you down in Knoxville!!

@bwcarpenter / @curtishasselbring / @balestra1928 / @dennislichtman / @mattbauder / @sarabassoon / Ron Caswell / @saracaswellvln / @katiekresek / @bethanybeach18 / @waterman64 / @brandonseabr00k / @lightcapchris / @robgarciamusic / @david.cossin.52

Back in Brooklyn following an inspiring weekend wi

Back in Brooklyn following an inspiring weekend with the @gustavusadolphuscollege Jazz Ensemble in St Peter (MN). This group is truly something special: 27 young musicians united by their commitment to their artistic endeavors, each other, & the music they’ve been entrusted to perform - no egos, no attitudes, no slacking. A culture & environment nurtured by their brilliant ensemble director @dave_stamps , this is a residency I will long remember with gratitude. Thanks to all the folk at GAC & @croonersmn who had a part in making this weekend of performances possible & to the St Peter & Twin Cities communities for their enthusiastic support of live music 🙏🏼

Such a thrill joining my friend & banjo virtuoso @

Such a thrill joining my friend & banjo virtuoso @highatmissphere for a performance of Foggy Mountain Breakdown with @stevenreineke & my @thenewyorkpops family at @carnegiehall Friday night 🪕🎻 #flattandscruggs / #bluegrass / #banjoandfiddle / 1st 📸 by Richard Termine

Released TODAY! @emiliosolla & La Inestable de Bro

Released TODAY! @emiliosolla & La Inestable de Brooklyn‘s new album “Handmade”. A project two + years in the making, this collection of Emilio’s brilliant compositions is in tribute to the art human craft: the tradesmen/women, artists, & visionaries who spend their lives pursuing their skill through the blood, sweat, & tears of hard work, determination, & dedication (a fading pursuit in the times of AI).

Ever & always a thrill collaborating with these gentlemen:
* Emilio - compositions, piano
* Alejandro Aviles - soprano & alto saxes, flute
* @t_armacost - tenor sax, clarinet & bass clarinet
* @davesmithtrumpet - trumpet , flugelhorn
• @mfahie - trombone
* @rodolfozanettibando - bandoneon
* @edwardperezbass - bass
* @rgrboccato - drums, percussion

Thanks to everyone who had a part in making this project possible. And to Emilio for trusting me to help bring the human experience into the performance of his music.
@clubdeldisco.eu / @ericobersteinproductions / @chambermusicamerica / @dennyabrams

Today marks 20 years since your passing, & not a s

Today marks 20 years since your passing, & not a single day has passed since when I haven’t thought of you. Love & miss you, Dad ❤️❤️❤️ #austinbcaswell #ABC

Only 21 days until the start of spring! 🌷 Looking

Only 21 days until the start of spring! 🌷 Looking forward to the next few weeks collaborating with these amazing artists & ensembles in some inspiring spaces: @rinseomusic / @emiliosolla / @terraza_7 / @dizzysjazzclub / @thenewyorkpops / @carnegiehall / @gustavusadolphuscollege / @ghosttrainorchestra / @bwcarpenter / @bigearsfestival / @rachelcaswellvox

Thanks so much for all the birthday wishes you wer

Thanks so much for all the birthday wishes you were so kind to send my way these past few days. Last week, in an uncharacteristically Sara move, I left my violin home & boarded a flight with @michaelwdavis to Grand Cayman for a 5-day Caribbean vacation with loved ones. Though there was a little guilt tucking my stringed kiddo in the closet, it was necessary - the chance to take a breath & be fully present & connected with the moments, experiences, & people around me. To @nellredhage & Paul, @jodyredhageferber & @alanferber , Theo & E: I can’t thank you enough for this trip of a lifetime - love my Ferbage family!! And as I write this post back in Brooklyn with a blizzard raging outside my window, I’m feeling renewed, reconnected, & re-energized for this next trip around the sun. Sending love & warmth to all y’all! 🫶🏼

NEW MUSIC NEWS!! I’m so excited to share two soon-

NEW MUSIC NEWS!! I’m so excited to share two soon-to-be-released projects with you all:

• @chrispotterjazz ’s “Alive with Ghosts Today” ftr Chris , @bill.frisell , @ranemoore , @zekkereyaa , @boombishop , @natesmithdrums , & yours truly will be released May 8th on @editionrecords . Such an amazing experience recording Chris’ brilliant compositions w/ this crew - grateful to Chris for bringing me on board 🙏🏼

• @emiliosolla & La Inestable de Brooklyn’s “Handmade” ftr Emilio, @t_armacost , Alejandro Alvarez, @davesmithtrumpet , @mfahie , @rodolfozanettibando , @edwardperezbass , @rgrboccato, & yours truly will be released March 13th on @clubdeldisco.eu Records. This incredible project of Emilio’s has been in the works for nearly two years, during which time we’ve become family. The 1st single, Bodegon Canibal from Suite de Los Abrazos, is out TODAY on all streaming platforms (link above in my stories). #newmusic

If someone would have told me six months ago @iubl

If someone would have told me six months ago @iubloomington would have a top-rated undefeated football team, that they would go to the @rosebowlgame for the 1st time in 58 years - AND WIN!! - and that I’d be there in person to experience it with my sister @rachelcaswellvox & 72,000 other loyal members of Hoosier Nation on NYD, I would’ve thought you were joking. What an amazing way to kick off 2026! So excited for @coachcignetti , @fernandomendoza , & the rest of this incredible @indianafootball team - let’s bring the National Championship title home to Bloomington!! 🏈🏆 Big thanks to @shmandreac & her family for hosting us NYE & sharing their Rose Bowl Parade traditions with us, as well as @dancoleguitar & his family for cooking us an amazing celebratory post-game feast.

Happy New Year from the @rosebowlgame !! Let’s go

Happy New Year from the @rosebowlgame !! Let’s go IU!!! 🏈 @indianafootball @iubloomington

2025: so many amazing memories…and some painful on

2025: so many amazing memories…and some painful ones too. My North Star through the ups & down has been this incredible musical community - your friendship & artistry mean the world! Wishing everyone a 2026 filled with peace, love, joy, & adventure 🥂🍾

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! 🎄Wishing you a s

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! 🎄Wishing you a season filled with peace, joy, love, music & good eats. #hohoho #merrymerry

Flights booked, tickets purchased…it’s official: @

Flights booked, tickets purchased…it’s official: @rachelcaswellvox & I are going to the @rosebowlgame Jan.1st to cheer on the No.1 ranked @indianafootball team!! Let’s Go Hoo-siers!! #iufootball #gobigred 🏈🌹

Headed upstate to Saratoga Springs 🚗❄️ TONIGHT @ 7

Headed upstate to Saratoga Springs 🚗❄️ TONIGHT @ 7pm: @caffelena Jazz Series w/ the @chucklambmusic Trio (@scottpetito & Peter O’Brian) featuring yours truly - can’t wait to reunite with this fantastic group! For tickets & concert info, follow the link in my bio ⬆️).

Grateful for a holiday weekend filled with friends

Grateful for a holiday weekend filled with friendship, food, laughter, love, music, travel, & discoveries 🍁
• Thanksgiving w/ @jodyredhageferber @alanferber @jschonig @amycrawfordmusic @michaelwdavis @ike.sturm @beccaboo176 @samwedelich & @2moneyruss …
• holiday bake: cranberry spice bundt cake @nytcooking …
• soundcheck for @tedrosenthal ‘s album release concert at @tanglewoodmusiccenter ‘s Linde Center for Music & Learning…
• the band: @tedrosenthal / @norikoueda_jazz / @anatcohenmusic / @qdjazz / yours truly…
• Joe’s Diner in Lee (MA), the interior of which served as the inspiration for Norman Rockwell’s “The Runaway”

RIP, @loismartinviola - my dear friend of 16 years

RIP, @loismartinviola - my dear friend of 16 years. From our first collaboration touring w/ @esperanzaspalding to our last recording project w/ @gilevansproject … from Lois’ masterful musicianship to her creative curiosity…from her comment “it’s going very well” to her loud self-incriminating declaration “MISTAKE!” (followed by her iconic laugh)… from her decadent feasts to our last meal together three weeks ago…from her celebrating Charles Wuorinen to her adoration for Tina Turner… from her stuffed mushrooms & Muskoday paella to her freezer full of vanilla ice cream…from her infectious smile to her comforting hugs… from her adventurous spirit to her love of home… from her commitment to family to her devotion to friends… from her strength in the fight to her courage in letting go… her friendship, loyalty, & artistry have impacted me beyond measure. Lois, I love you dearly & will miss you all my days ❤️

Honored to be included in the 2025 @downbeat_mag R

Honored to be included in the 2025 @downbeat_mag Readers Poll! Thanks so much to the voters for their support & congrats to all the incredible violinists on this list. Ever grateful to be part of such an inspiring community! #jazzviolin #jazzstrings

What an amazing week @joebrentmandolin , @andrewry

What an amazing week @joebrentmandolin , @andrewry.n & I (aka @9horsesmusic ) had collaborating with the students & faculty at @loyola_cmm . Bravo to all the participants in the Bayou Orchestra Festival & special thanks to Jean Montès, @k8tdidnot , & Amy Thiaville for making this gathering such a success 👏🏼🎉🙏🏼 @loynostrings

Excited to be in NOLA for the week as artists in r

Excited to be in NOLA for the week as artists in residence at @loyola_nola ! Over the next six days, we’ll present a variety of workshops about such topics as improvisation, composition, recording techniques, & career development. Looking forward to working with these LU students as well as a collection of regional pre-college string ensembles. Laissez bon temps roller! @9horsesmusic / @joebrentmandolin / @andrewry.n / 📸: @shervinfoto

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