Skye Hamilton

Skye Hamilton-Carranza, from Freeport, NY, is a versatile multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, celebrated for his dual degree in Oboe Performance and Music Composition from The Crane School of Music in 2019. As a prolific force in the music scene, Skye has contributed to the contemporary jazz and electro-acoustic genres with an impressive discography that includes six albums released between 2019 and 2023, with a seventh anticipated in 2024, alongside a collection of classical compositions. His collaboration roster boasts names like Tyler MD, Nicholas L. Ashe, and Nicole Zuraitis, highlighting his adaptability across various music styles. Skye’s extensive performance experience spans NYC and Long Island-based groups such as the Jazz Loft Big Band and Wombat Combat, among others. Leading The SHC Collective, he showcases his depth as a composer and performer, solidifying his presence in the vibrant New York music landscape.