Patrick Joray (*1999, Solothurn, Switzerland) is a Swiss jazz saxophonist and flutist based in Basel.

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Known for his large, projecting and deeply resonant sound, Joray shapes music with a strong personal vision, giving it breath, direction, and emotional depth. Whether on saxophone or flute, his artistic voice remains unmistakable: storytelling, expressive, and grounded in a rich tonal identity. His playing invites listeners into a musical universe where sound becomes narrative and tradition becomes living language.

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Deeply rooted in the jazz tradition, Joray draws inspiration from the history of the music and the lineage of his instruments. At the same time, he pursues an individual artistic path, aiming for originality without detaching from the essence of the tradition. His music bridges respect for the past with a contemporary personal voice.

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Joray leads the Patrick Joray Quintet, whose debut album "Reaching Out" (SRF co-production) was released in January 2025. He is also a core member of the Skylark Quartet, a Basel-based collective that tours internationally several times a year. Their second album, Luna Rossa Al Belvedere (feat. Matthieu Michel), was released in July 2025.

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Over the past three years, Joray has spent several months each year in New York City, immersing himself in the heart of the jazz tradition. Collaborating with world-class rhythm sections has been central to refining his swing feel, time, and ensemble interplay. These extended stays, along with travels to cities such as Copenhagen, Oslo, and Paris, play a key role in his artistic development and international network.

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Patrick Joray is a graduate of the Jazzcampus Basel, where he completed his Master’s degree in Jazz Pedagogy in 2023. He currently works exclusively as a freelance musician, performing in Switzerland & Europe and developing his artistic projects.