David Sanborn, one of many world’s biggest jazz saxophonists, died on Could 12, 2024 on the age of 78. He misplaced his lengthy battle with most cancers prostate.
As for his apparitions at Umbria Jazz, Sanborn has carried out on the competition a number of instances. In 1986, he performed with Al Jarreau on the Stadio Renato Curi in Perugia. Moreover, in 1997, he performed at Villa Fidelia, close to Spello, as a part of a supergroup of the time, “Legends” by Eric Clapton, which included different well-known musicians: Marcus Miller (previously a member of Miles Davis’ group), Joe Pattern and Steve Gadd.
David Sanborn was an American alto saxophonist very influential, recognized for his recordings that blended jazz with instrumental pop and R&B. He started enjoying the saxophone earlier than he even attended highschool and was a session musician lengthy earlier than the discharge of his first solo album, “Taking Off,” in 1975.
Throughout his profession, he printed greater than two dozens of albums, 9 of which went gold or platinum, and gained six Grammys.
David Sanborn has left a footprint indelible on the planet of music and will likely be missed by many. His performances at Umbria Jazz are remembered as moments of nice music and keenness.