Ruben Verbruggen

Ruben Verbruggen, born in 1989, is a Belgian saxophonist and composer based in Antwerp. He works on alto and baritone saxophones, moving between contemporary jazz, collective improvisation and composed ensemble music.

He leads and co-leads groups including Bulliphant and Yes Pavlov and has appeared with formations such as Punk Kong, the Jamaican Jazz Orchestra and Rumeurs. His music emphasises interaction between players and the possibilities of contrasting ensemble colours, from the low register of the baritone saxophone to highly mobile melodic lines.

On Creative Sources, Ruben Verbruggen is credited on Hightailing (CS441).