Alex sopp

Alex Sopp is a musician and artist living in Brooklyn. As the flutist of yMusic, The Knights, and NOW Ensemble, the New York Times has praised her playing as "exquisite" and "beautifully nuanced". Most recently she has been a member of Paul Simon's band for his Homeward Bound Tour, both singing and playing in arenas worldwide. She has appeared as a soloist with the New York Philharmonic under the direction of David Robertson, and has made regular guest appearances with the NYP, International Contemporary Ensemble, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, and many others. Comfortable in many genres, Alex has commissioned, premiered, and recorded with some of the most exciting composers and songwriters of our time. Her paintings grace the covers of many records of artists with whom she has collaborated. Alex grew up in St. Croix, Virgin Islands, and trained at the Juilliard School.