Edward Goodman ​has been described as “extraordinary…musical, expressive” (Larry Rachleff), distinguished by “the soul and passion he pours into the horn” (Dave Koz). His debut album, Liminal, has been considered “diabolically brilliant” (Fanfare Magazine), and whose interpretations are “to become standard” (The Saxophonist). No matter the venue, Goodman loves to share his joy of music, “regularly leaving his audience amazed at his virtuosity” (Donald Sinta). 

 

Goodman has received national and international recognition as both a soloist and chamber musician. Most notably, he received First Prize in the North American Saxophone Alliance Solo Competition and, with his saxophone sextet The Moanin’ Frogs, First Prize in both the 2026 Osaka International Chamber Music Festa and the 2018 M-Prize International Chamber Arts Competition.

 

As co-founder of The Moanin’ Frogs, Goodman helped create a chamber ensemble that combines the charm and entertainment of vaudeville with 21st-century virtuosity, spanning jazz, pop, classical, and beyond. Their second studio album, One Giant Leap, has been praised as “an intimate and daring recording” (The Saxophone Academy). Committed to creating meaningful early chamber music experiences for younger musicians, Goodman established The Moanin’ Frogs Music Library, offering accessible arrangements for a broader range of performers. He has also performed with acclaimed chamber ensembles including the PRISM Quartet and the award-winning DSQ Quartet.

 

Goodman enjoys having an active performance and educational profile. As an accomplished orchestral performer, Goodman regularly has been invited to perform in the Tucson Symphony Orchestra and has been invited to perform in the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the Music Academy of the West Orchestra, the New World Symphony, the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. He has been invited as a guest artist and clinician at universities and conservatories throughout the United States and internationally, including engagements in France and Spain. Additionally, he has served on the faculty of Interlochen Center of the Arts Saxophone Institute, and has served on the faculty for Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. 

 

Dr. Goodman is the Associate Professor of Saxophone at the University of Arizona School of Music, where he teaches a full studio of undergraduate music majors of education, performance, and multidisciplinary backgrounds, including graduate students. Recently, Goodman published and co-authored The Saxophonist’s Journey: An Inclusive Pedagogy for the 21st Century, which provides practical tools for developing musicianship, creativity, and professional skills, with guidance on mental health, practice, performance, ensemble playing, and career development. The book is available through Conway Publications. Goodman studied with Timothy McAllister, Donald Sinta, and Andrew Bishop at the University of Michigan, and with Joseph Lulloff and Diego Rivera at Michigan State University, earning degrees in Saxophone Performance, Improvisation, and Music Education. He endorses Conn-Selmer, D’Addario Woodwinds, and Key Leaves products.