22-year-old saxophonist and composer based in Amsterdam. Coming from a musical family, he was exposed to jazz music at an early age and soon developed an interest in modern jazz music.

A member of successful projects such as NAUSYQA, Y.O.P.E, Wurope, M.A.S.T. Winner of the Aveiro International Jazz Competition 2021′ and 2nd place in the Keep an Eye International Jazz Competition, Miguel Valente is a rising force on the European jazz scene.

‘Miguel Valente is a virtuosic, ambitious, hardworking and talented saxophonist. He has a deep understanding of tradition but has a recognisably modern sound, a beautiful tone and he is a real team player.’ – Ben Van Gelder