About Me

A native of Hazleton, PA, Luke Kranyak is currently a student at The Pennsylvania State University School of Music working towards a bachelor’s degree in music (B.M.) with a concentration in saxophone performance. He is studying under Dr. David Stambler, as well as other distinguished faculty across Penn State, such as Joshua Davis, Maureen Carr, & Tonya Mitchell-Spradlin. In addition. He is also working towards a minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, where he looks to expand his device repair and 3D printing business ventures. At Penn State, he is a member of the Saxophone Studio, the treasurer of the Saxophone Alliance, and performs with many ensembles including the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, Inner Dimensions Jazz Ensemble, and Saxophone Ensemble. Luke has performed throughout the United States at venues including the White House in Washington D.C., and Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts in Pittsburgh, PA, and has worked with musicians to the likes of Dayna Stephens, Amanda Harberg, and Katahj Copley. In addition, Luke has experience working as a contracted performer through RWS Global at Hersheypark, performing with a strolling brass band during the summer of the 2023 season.

Since his freshman year of high school, Luke developed a hobby and fascination with fixing electronics, specifically Apple® iPhones® and other devices. He has completed data recovery, software services, accessory installations, and hardware repair for over 50 clients across the state of Pennsylvania. His services include display replacement, battery replacement, back glass repair, speaker replacement, camera repair, screen protector installation, and even water damage repair.

Last revised: 01/08/2024


My Gear

Remember gear is only part of a great sound!  It only assists, it doesn't fix. 

Yamaha YSS-875EXHG Custom Soprano Saxophone

  • Selmer Concept

  • BG France Ligature

Yamaha YAS-875EX Custom Alto Saxophone

  • Selmer Concept

  • Charles Bay Baroque Gold

  • New York Meyer (100th Anniversary Model) 6M

  • Ishimori Wood Stone Satin Gold

  • D’Addario Venn Synthetic 2.5

Press Kit

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Yamaha YTS-875EX Custom Tenor Saxophone

  • Selmer S90 190

  • Charles Bay Baroque Gold

  • Otto Link Super Tone Master U.S.A. 7* (Metal)

  • stock Otto Link ligature

Instrument Care & Protection

  • Protect Contoured ProPac Cases (alto/tenor)

  • Key Leaves

  • Lagan Music Custom End Cap

  • Lagan Music Pad Saver

Additional Gear

  • Protec Neckstraps

    • LC310 22” w/ bar (soprano/alto)

    • L305M 24” (tenor)

  • ReedGeek Black Diamond

  • Lagan Music Custom Neck Screw (alto)

  • Homemade Bell Mute

  • D’Addario Reed Cases

  • D’Addario Mouthpiece Caps

  • Cordier Reed Trimmer

  • Vandoren Mouthpiece Cushions (clear/thin)

  • Boston Sax Shop Voyager Multi-Tool

  • Selmer S90 200 (Bari)


Acknowledgments

Aaron Kaufman - Logo Design

James Gates - Headshots