Herschel McWilliams

Saxophonist / Educator / Composer

Kansas City born. Kansas City raised.

Herschel McWilliams is a lifelong Kansas City saxophonist — the son of a drummer and a pianist, playing piano at eight and alto saxophone at ten. Today he serves as Musical Director of the Live Jazz KC High School All-Star Big Band, and runs LiveJazzKC.com, Kansas City’s home for live jazz.

Black and white portrait of Herschel McWilliams

Upcoming Dates

Herschel's upcoming shows — including the Herschel McWilliams Organ Trio — are listed on the LiveJazzKC calendar, updated daily.

Herschel McWilliams Organ Trio illustration

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