Kenny Garrett is a jazz saxophonist. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1960. His father was a tenor saxophonist. Kenny's career took off when he joined the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1978. Three years later he played in the Mel Lewis Orchestra (playing the music of Thad Jones) and also the Dannie Richmond Quartet (focusing on Charles Mingus music). Kenny's first album as a leader, "Introducing Kenny Garrett," debuted in 1984. From there, his career has exploded into 11 albums and numerous grammy nominations. During his career he has played with many Jazz greats such as Freddie Hubbard, Woodie Shaw, McCoy Tyner, Pharoah Sanders, Bobby Hutcherson, Mulgrew Miller, and Bobby Blade. His playing style is best described as incredibly strong, while at the same time very melodic. Much of Garrett's music also contains influence from Asia, as is especially prevalent in his 2006 recording, "Beyond the Wall." Kenny Garrett is regarded as one of the top jazz saxophonists of the current era.
Discography
- Beyond the Wall, 2006
- Standard of Language, 2003
- Happy People, 2002
- Simply Said, 1999
- Songbook, 1997
- Pursuance, 1996
- Triology, 1995
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