DAVID SANBORN WITH SPECIAL GUEST DAVID BENOIT

Renowned and revered the world over as one of the greatest saxophone players of all-time, David Sanborn is an artist whose music has inspired countless other musicians while creating a body of work that spans the genres of rock and roll, R&B, pop and jazz. A naturally gifted performer, Sanborn has helped defined the saxophone’s modern sound while influencing a generation.

Over the last quarter century, composer and pianist David Benoit has been a passionate musical innovator committed to the exploration of many different art forms on the American landscape. A five-time Grammy nominee for his extraordinary and seminal contributions to contemporary jazz, Benoit has also embarked on a multi-faceted journey into the classical music world. This has led to guest pianist and conductor spots with numerous top symphonies and philharmonics, four performances at Carnegie Hall (including one with Maestro Leonard Bernstein), and a performance on the steps of the Capitol Building with the National Symphony for the annual PBS July 4th event. Benoit is a true friend of Montalvo, having performed here numerous times and even composing in its artist residency.

Additional Information:

• David Sanborn website
• David Benoit website