Press kit, Medearis Dixson · Press kit, official use
At The Age of 3 years, Medearis has always been infatuated with music. His first encounter with a saxophone was when he won it at the Puyallup Fair. There was also a Piano in his apartment that he would often walk accross to make noise. In fifth grade, Medearis was inspired by the 98.9 Smooth Jazz Radio where he listened to multiple Smooth Jazz Artists and other artists connected to Motown and Atlantic Records. Medearis asked his his parents for a saxophone but was presented with a trumpet because “Reeds are expensive”. Medearis Dixson practiced trumpet in his 5th grade band class under the direction of the Late Seattle Legend Ed Lee. In the Summer of 2007, Medearis Was presented with his first Alto Saxophone. He began practicing all summer with “Uncle” Gary Hammon to begin his Journey as a young Saxophonist. When he transitioned from Dimmitt Middle school to Nelsen Middle School, Medearis Joined the middle school jazz band under the direction of Joey Roberts. During band class, Medearis found out that he had the ability of perfect pitch when Mr. Roberts would conduct ear training. During this time period, Medearis was hired by Darren Motamedy to perform at Kona Kai Coffee, after he discovered him at a school jazz band concert, where he made his first 12 dollars as a Jazz Musicians.
