Never restricted by a particular genre, Tommy Doggett’s diverse musical palette stems from his collaboration with musicians such as Corey Taylor to debuting chamber music by composer Charles Savage to art installations with Gustav Art.   In 2015, he was inducted into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the band Freestyle.  As a composer, he was recognized for his project Two Turntables and a Saxophone by a ASCAPlus Award in 2006 and 2007.  In 2023, "Tommy Doggett released his family-inspired instrumental album Lines + Lineage which reveals not only the depth of his artistry, but also his deep appreciation for where he comes from. When you hear his songs, it’s like meeting his family…” Iowa Public Radio. Tommy has worked with a number of Iowa artists including Courtney Krause, English, Run Wilson, One Nite Stand, Cleo’s Apartment, the Monday Night Live House Band + Faculty Lounge.  He proudly endorses TM Custom tenor saxophones designed by Randy Jones at Tenor Madness.

 

A graduate of Northern Kentucky University (B.M.) and Kent State University (M.M.).  Tommy’s success is linked to his two primary teachers: Greg Banaszak (international soloist) and Bob Reynolds (John Mayer, Snarky Puppy).  In 2017, Tommy joined the Instrumental program at Urbandale High School directing concert band, jazz band, marching band and collaborating with the Vocal and Theatre programs.  Prior to Urbandale High School, Tommy taught at Woodward Academy, Central College, South Western Community College, Davis and Elkins College, The College of Mount St. Joseph, The School for the Creative and Performing Arts, Cincinnati, OH, Hiram College, Kent State University, Ohio University-Zanesville, and Muskingum University.

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“His diversity as a performer, skilled in both classical and jazz repertoire, provides an excellent model for the skills necessary to succeed in the ever-changing music industry.” Greg Banaszak -Saxophone Journal 2001

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Upcoming performances

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City of Urbandale Summer Concert Series

• Tuesday, June 24, 2025

• 6:00 -8:00 PM

• Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park

• ​3600 86th St, Urbandale, IA 50322