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David Sanborn

Musician
Forjazz and fusion listeners, smooth-jazz fans, saxophonists, and groove seekers
2 Reviews 0 Definitions 13 Charts

The Profile

David Sanborn (1945–2024) was an American alto saxophonist whose sound bridged jazz, R&B, and pop. A prolific session player and leader, he won multiple Grammy Awards and co-hosted the TV show Night Music (aka Sunday Night).

Collaborations cited and known include Jaco Pastorius, the Brecker Brothers, Mike Stern, Steve Gadd, Marcus Miller, Buzzy Feiten, Lenny Castro, Christian McBride, Gil Goldstein, and Russell Malone. Hosted the TV program Night Music and earned multiple Grammy Awards.

Two reviews focus on Sanborn’s Timeagain and Voyeur. Timeagain is praised for its nocturnal mood, expressive tone, and tasteful ensemble playing. Voyeur is framed as smooth, breezy fusion edging into yacht-rock with strong ’80s colors. Both pieces highlight heavyweight collaborators. Minor criticisms touch on easy-listening leanings and production choices.

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