Tino Martinez is an award-winning tenor saxophonist and bandleader whose artistry has become integral to Bermuda's contemporary music landscape. Honored with the prestigious Best of Bermuda Award in 2022, Tino has established himself as both a masterful performer and dedicated cultural curator.

Tino honed his craft at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he performed with the renowned Human Jukebox Marching Band alongside concert bands, wind ensembles, and saxophone groups. He further refined his expertise through the Berklee School of Music Jazz Certification program. Tino's musical background consists of a versatile musical vocabulary that spans jazz, neo-soul, reggae, ska, punk rock, and classical saxophone.

Before dedicating himself fully to music, Tino spent over a decade as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist. His path to Bermuda included touring extensively with Houston-based reggae ensemble IDIGINIS, performing across Texas, Louisiana, Colorado, and California, experiences that would shape his eclectic musical approach.

Since establishing his presence in Bermuda, Tino has become a driving force in preserving and advancing the island's jazz tradition. He founded and curates the Jazz in the Park series and the annual Juneteenth jazz celebration, platforms that honor Bermuda's rich jazz heritage while nurturing new audiences. His quartet, TMQ, was named Best Musical Group in Bermuda in 2024, a testament to their innovative sound and cultural impact.

Through performance, education, and community engagement, Tino Martinez continues to elevate Bermuda's music scene while honoring the timeless art of jazz.

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Tino plays the Cannonball Big Bell Stone Series Raven Tenor Saxophone, paired with a Theo Wanne GAIA 4 mouthpiece and Légère reed — a setup built for a rich, resonant sound with the consistency and control demanded by the stage.