Breathwork is a three-piece led by Ethan Snyder (drums) and Xander Naylor (guitar) that combines “that signature Naylor sound” (Rolling Stone) with Snyder’s “extraordinary talent” (YouTube). Their shared vision blends jazz, Americana, and improvisation into a distinctive and accessible sound featuring electric guitar, bass and drums. Amber (2024), brings this vision to life with a mix of tight rhythms and free-flowing improvisation. Amber includes originals that Breathwork has become known for in their live shows as well as their highly acclaimed rendition of Neil Young’s classic, Old Man. The follow-up live EP, An Evening With (2025), features their capable handling of subtle melodicism and rhythmic interplay.

Based in Vermont, Breathwork continues to explore new musical paths, effortlessly merging genres and leaving listeners curious about their next move. Naylor and Snyder have performed with acts such as Mwenso and the Shakes, Moon Hooch, The Sound of (Black) Music and Warbly Jets.  They have performed in concerts and festivals all over the world, including Montreal International Jazz Festival, Umbria Jazz Festival, Central Park Summerstage, Lincoln Center, Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, and the Perelman Performing Arts Center (opening night).

Amber out now on Music Lab Records.

The critics raved about Amber in

SevenDaysVT HERE

Featured Videos

Upcoming Shows

FEB 23 Los Angeles, CA Justine’s Wine Bar

MAY 2 Winooski, VT Waking Windows

(8:40pm, Standing Stone Wines)

MAY 10 Littleton, NH Loading Dock

MAY 16 Burlington, VT Nectar’s

MAY 22 Galway, NY Cock n Bull

MAY 23 Lowell, MA Thirsty First

MAY 31 New Paltz, NY Lemon Squeeze

JUN 1 New York, NY Groove

JUN 6 Burlington, VT The District (Burlington Discover Jazz Festival)

Streaming & Music Links

Social Media Handles

  • Instagram: @breathworktheband

  • TikTok: @breathworktheband

  • Facebook: @breathworktheband

  • Xander Naylor IG: @xandernaylor

  • Ethan Snyder IG: @wellplayedslay

Press Coverage

  • “Unique sonic sensibilities” - Rolling Stone

  • “Ridiculous guitar work” - Rolling Stone

  • “The electric ESP interplay between Naylor and Snyder is a revelation that demands further study.” - SevenDaysVT

  • “A perfect blend of vintage charm and musical swagger” - Last Day Deaf

  • “Serves up a cheeky, multi-dimensional groove that’s both intriguing and irresistibly fun.”

    - Last Day Deaf

  • “Suitable for a David Lynch flick” - Jazz Trail

  • “Vast musical vistas” - Jazz Trail

  • “Without a doubt, Naylor knows how to create music that is not only heard, but felt.”

    - Expansion Radial

Breathwork Highlights

International Experience: Naylor and Snyder have performed in Norway, Sweden, France, Spain, Italy, England, China, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Canada, Poland, and India.

Recent & Notable Performances:

  • Burlington Discover Jazz Festival

  • Waking Windows Festival

  • Foam Brewers

  • Nectar’s

Notable Venues & Festivals:

  • Warfield (San Francisco)

  • Wiltern (Los Angeles)

  • Terminal 5 (New York City)

  • Riviera (Chicago)

  • Gothic Theatre (Denver)

  • Sentrum Scene (Oslo, Norway)

  • Shacklewell Arms (London)

  • Waterbury Arts Fest

  • VT Music Lab

  • Monkey House

  • Radio Bean

  • MIDI Festival (Suzhou, China)

  • Montreal Jazz Festival

  • Umbria Jazz Festival

  • Lincoln Center

  • Perelman Arts Center

  • SFJAZZ

  • First Avenue (Minneapolis)