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David William Sanborn (July 30, 1945 – May 12, 2024) was an American alto saxophonist. Sanborn worked in many musical genres; his solo recordings typically blended jazz with instrumental pop and R&B. [1] He began playing the saxophone at the age of 11 and released his first solo album, Taking Off, in 1975. [2]
Jul 14, 2020 · Distinguished by a biting, ear-bending tone and a penchant for soulfully explosive runs, Sanborn’s sound has graced great recordings by artists that include David Bowie, Stevie Wonder, Elton ...
May 20, 2024 · The news of saxophonist David Sanborn’s death on 12 May 2024 at the age of 78 left many in the music world in sadness and in shock. He had spent much of his life battling illness. Whether it was the serious polio infection he fought in his childhood and beyond, or his lengthy struggle with prostate cancer at the end of his life, Sanborn was ...
Aug 9, 2020 · This three-CD set was issued to mark David Sanborn’s 75th birthday in July this year and also the 45th anniversary of his first LP. While he’s best known for his hit albums in the late 1970s and 80s this set explores all 17 he recorded as a solo artist between Taking Off in 1975 to Inside in 1999 and includes radio edits and live cuts.
May 12, 2024 · Explore David Sanborn's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about David Sanborn on AllMusic.
Jul 8, 2020 · This beautifully curated three disc set shows David Sanborn is way more than a purveyor of soft jazz for middle America. Now it is true that alto saxophonist David Sanborn is no Charlie Parker, or John Coltrane, but he’s also a restless and talented player with a surprisingly biting tone at times, who on this evidence is quite happy to move ...
6 days ago · Sunday afternoon, May 12th, 2024, marks the passing of a true musical titan, David Sanborn. With a career spanning six decades, Sanborn’s name became synonymous with innovation, virtuosity, and a boundless passion for music.
