The sax appeal of David Sanborn to liven jazz fest

Renowned the world over for his slick, funky and Rhythm & Blues-influenced jazz style, Sanborn, whose major instrument is the alto-saxophone, is a multi-Grammy Award winner

If you ever tuned in to Late Date on KBC’s English Service then you might recall the signature song that ushered in the programme. It is called The Seduction. The composer is none other than David Sanborn, the jazzist who conjures up all sorts of memories and ideas musical. Here’s a saxophonist whose sound has been heard in recordings ranging from soul, pop, R&B, funk, and jazz for over four decades.

The younger generation are discovering him as a remarkable modern jazz artiste, and to the not-so-young they are reminiscing about him with a fleeting hint of nostalgia for his various world-class performances with among others; Ray Charles, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton and George Benson.