Modern Saxophonists
Kenneth Bruce Gorelick, "Kenny G" (1956-present)
“Saxophonist Kenny G rose to fame in the mid-1980s with his signature smooth jazz sound. He is the top-selling instrumental musician of the modern era.” (Kenny)
David Sanborn (1945-present)
“...Sanborn is described by critic Scott Yannow as “the most influential saxophonist on pop, R&B, and crossover players of the past 20 years.” ...Sanborn has released 24 albums, won six Grammy Awards and has had eight gold albums and one platinum. He continues to be one of the most active musicians of his genre.” (Sanborn)
Past Saxophonists
John Coltrane (1926-1967)
“John Coltrane was an acclaimed American saxophonist, bandleader and composer, becoming an iconic figure of 20th-century jazz with albums like 'Giant Steps,' 'My Favorite Things' and 'A Love Supreme.' ” (Coltrane)
Charlie Parker (1920-1955)
“One of a handful of musicians who can be said to have permanently changed jazz", Charlie Parker was arguably the greatest saxophonist of all time. He could play remarkably fast lines that, if slowed down to half speed, would reveal that every note made sense.” (Yanow)