ARTIST’S STATEMENT

The role of the musician is in service of the community, to channel a shared voice through song and dance in occupied space for the preservation of cultural traditions, as described in Roll With It: Brass Bands in the Streets of New Orleans.

An advocate for the humanities, Alex strives to create safe and inclusive environments for visibility, self-expression, and liberation through performance and representation. He is proud to be an Asian-American example of fearless joy as demonstrated by his strong work ethic and creative resilience.