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David Sanborn is an American saxophonist known for his work in jazz and fusion music. His distinctive sound and style have made him a leading figure in contemporary jazz. Sanborn's career includes numerous albums and collaborations with prominent musicians, showcasing his talent and versatility as a performer. His contributions to jazz and his influence on the genre have earned him recognition and respect in the music industry.
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"Well, I guess my unease with that is... I'm always a little uneasy with that phrase - smooth jazz, as opposed to what?"

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"When you have an acoustic bass in the ensemble it really changes the dynamic of the record because it kind of forces everybody to play with a greater degree of sensitivity and nuance because it just has a different kind of tone and spectrum than the electric bass."

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"Its all about finding the right note at the right place and knowing when to leave well enough alone. And that's a lifelong quest."

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"Instrumental music is increasingly marginalized and there's just no outlet, there's no venue for it, in terms of media."

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