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Neil Alexander was performing, composing and arranging by age 14. In 2007 he released “Tugging At The Infinite”, his 4th CD with his contemporary electric/acoustic jazz ensemble “NAIL”. As well as managing his own ensembles, he does sessions as both player and programmer, and works with a variety of Modern Dance and Experimental Theater companies. He has received grants from Meet The Composer & the NYSCA; performed works by Stravinsky, Ives, & Cage (among others); taught clinics at both high school and college level in music technology; produced small venue and large outdoor concerts; and done sound design and music concrete. Neil has composed over 200 works for small ensembles. In addition to NAIL he performs solo, and is involved with several different ensembles including the “Mahavishnu Project”. Neil and his group NAIL are members of Chamber Music America, and are involved in educational programs on both the High School and College Level. www.nailmusic.com.