About Sam

Sam Margolis is a trombonist, composer and bandleader from New York City. A graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, Sam grew up in an artistic family that nurtured his musical passion from the age of nine. Currently living in Brooklyn, Sam continues to compose and perform original music with his own group and plays regularly with several bands around NYC. Sam has headlined in the NoMad Jazz festival, performed in jazz festivals across Europe, iconic local venues such as: Birdland, Dizzy’s Club, Carnegie Hall and toured the country with Spanish rock icons "Hombres G," playing sold out shows at major venues including Radio City Music Hall and Crypto.com Arena. Sam has been mentored by artists such as Jason Moran, Miguel Zenon, Jim Markey and has shared the stage with world renowned musicians including Ran Blake, Dave Holland, Antonio Sanchez, Jason Moran and Taylor Dayne.