Mike Raposo

Mike Raposo is a multiple-woodwind instrumentalist and educator in NYC performing on all flutes, clarinets, saxophones, and bassoon. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from University of Hartford’s Hartt School of Music, and a Master’s degree in Multiple Woodwind performance from New York University. Raposo enjoys a diverse playing career in a variety of settings. He is currently subbing on many Broadway shows, and performs regularly with the Waterbury and Hartford symphonies. Raposo has been featured as a concerto soloist with the Hartford Symphony, Hartt Wind Ensemble , and the Tri-County Symphonic Band. As a founding member and baritone saxophonist in the award winning Resurgam Quartet, his debut album Breaking Point is now available on all streaming platforms. As a commercial musician, Raposo is grateful to have shared the stage with some of the world's greatest singers. He is particularly grateful to have played the low reed chair for Aretha Franklin’s 75th Birthday celebration at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Raposo is a passionate educator, and is on faculty at the Grace Church School and the University of Hartford.