A woodwind artist from the New York area, Ben Harris is a versatile and sensitive musician skilled in playing all flutes, oboes, clarinets, and saxophones. Proficient in playing in a variety of genres and styles, he can most often be heard in the pit of the musical theatre.

Most recently, Ben was featured on musical theatre composer Sam Nasar’s new album “Sam & Company” featuring some of Broadway’s best talent. (Click here to listen)

Under the tutelage of world-renowned saxophonist, teacher, and historian Dr. Paul Cohen, Ben earned his Bachelor of Music Degree in Classical Saxophone Performance from Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts in 2023. Ben graduated with a Master of Music in Woodwind Doubling from Montclair State University in 2025, studying under esteemed New York City musicians — flutist Janet Arms, oboists John Upton and Lillian Copeland, clarinetist Ben Baron, and saxophonist Chad Smith.

With a passion for teaching, Ben runs a private home studio teaching a variety of instruments to students in grades 4 through 12. He is currently accepting private students in the NYC / North Jersey region on any of the saxophones, clarinets, flutes, and oboes - Contact for more details. Ben is also a private woodwind instructor at Green Meadow Waldorf School in Chestnut Ridge, New York.

Ben makes personal health and wellness a priority in his everyday life. He is a RYT-200 certified yoga instructor who understands the deep relationship between music and fitness.

Keep up with Ben and his musical endeavors on Instagram @benharriswoodwinds

Résumé available upon request.