🎶🎷 DAVID SANBORN ~ Rest In Paradise 🎷🎶 So saddened to learn of David’s passing yesterday from prostate cancer. He was one of my favorite saxophonists having grown up with three brothers and a sister who all played sax. Here is my all-time favorite Sanborn tune which holds cherished memories for me. Thank you, David for your musical legacy that will live on! (May 13, 2024) 🕊️
Who's left of his caliber? I remember driving in the dark through the mountains with the top down on my car in the late 80's to my parent's house 375 miles away listening to this album. Hearing this takes me back to the chill of the mountain air.
I'll admit to this being one of my favorite David Sanborn songs, so exquisitely performed and I'll also admit to though being a longtime lover of math and science as a now retired pediatrician, but my first love, passion was for instrumental music as an alto, tenor and baritone sax player until I had to set it aside for the lack of adequate time! I just so love all things music and after having to retire from medicine due to a stroke that has left me minus 40 or so million neurons, brain cells and therefore technically permanently disabled; I'm so very much thankful to be alive though and so thankful to have revealed to me this rare compensatory autonomic sensory neurologic phenomenon when listening to certain superbly played songs, in that I experience these tunes by not just audibly hearing them but experiencing them in a full body somewhat symbiotic experience in that I feel the notes all over my body accompanied by a soothing mild warmth, tingling throughout my body and a brain euphoric state of mind! Wow, I'm so blessed!!!
Hearing this for the first time while stationed over seas in the Airforce is the reason I picked up the saxophone. Although I play this song live, it will never measure up to this. I still love tis version 38 years later. ;-)
GOD BLESS YOU!!! I will pray to OUR LORD AND SAVIOR, CHRIST JESUS, for the miracle of healing for you, as HE is capable, indeed!!! Until then, I pray for your continued blessing of the profound effect that superb music and musicianship has on you. Trust me, I know the effect that David Sanborn had on my friend and I, who attended the Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2023 just this past Memoral Day weekend on Saturday evening. His performance was SURREAL. We actually both cried during the concert. He was EXCELLENT!!!
I’ll pray for you! God blessed me with a miraculous healing of my brain tumor, after I was given 2-4 months to live by Mayo. God can do anything, anytime. St. Andrew Avellino, patron Saint of stroke victims, please intercede, Thank you!
Des Moines, Iowa 1981. Date stood me up for concert. Have long forgotten her name. Will never forget David and band banging our this tune and many others.
After years of only listening to your music on cassette tape I finally got the honor and privilege of attending the clearwater jazz festival in 2008. Words will never suffice to express my awe and gratitude for your gift to the world. I've loved your music since the 80's. Rest in peace my dear brother. Your music will live on in the hearts of all us who will always love you. My condolences to your family and the hundreds, if not millions of fans and collaborators who I'm certain grieve your passing ........ thank you for pushing me to always strive for excellence...thank you for the gift you left us.....😢😢😢😢😢😢
Dang where have I been? He passed in May and I just saw it mentioned while rewatching a Candy Dulfer live concert. Dang… my top Sax players in order are John Klemmer. David Sanborn, Candy Dulfer, Kenny G. Grover Washington Jr, Dave Koz. The last 3 are interchangeable for me. RIP David Sanborn.
I am nearly overwhelmed with such powerful emotions and memories of a college sweetheart, listening to this beautiful music: “It’s You”, “Moon Tune”, “As We Speak”, “Tequila Sunrise”, et. al. Thank you, David Sanborn!🫠
This song takes me back to when I lived n Houston. KPVU Prarieview used to play this song a lot along w/his other classics. Gr8ful for the memories and the catalog of his music. May he r.i.p.
So thankful to see David & Hiram @ The Greek Theater in Berkeley. They were the Dynamic Duo back in the day, absolute LEGENDS in the Contemporary Jazz Arena. Now they’re together again✨
He was truly a great saxophonist. Loved to listen to the song 'Maputo' which he did with Bob James, and 'I fell for you', featuring another legend, Al Jarreau. RIP David
Exquisite talent Mr. Sanborn … I am so glad my husband and I had the opportunity to see you in concert more than once. Thank you for sharing your story and your experiences with us. The Heavenly choir and soulful jazz and extraordinary talents of so many have blessed us our ears , hearts and souls . Now, rest in peace … your jobs well done and with class. Mr. Sanborn . God bless your Wife and Family with comfort and strength.
@@sheilamcneil2938 Hey! That's very good to know, I can't stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone! If i may ask which of all his songs is your favorite? You take care and be safe
What a player he was, with his intense style, and this beautiful song : Straight To The Heart. What a sadness... thank to him for giving us to all this beautiful musicales moments, and during all those years . An era disapppear. RIP.
Brother David Sanborn,,,,another beautiful Brother gone TOO SOON. I can tell its David playing in a blindfold test in 3 seconds.We loved you madly . You will be missed. DD in L.A.
Sad to hear this . Have great musical memories ,his work with Marcus Miller particularly, but all his stuff.I loved his sound and his music I will always associate with driving on holiday in the States , wonderful memories. Amazed to hear recently he played with Ian Hunter on "You nearly did me in " , with Queen on backing vocals!! A sad loss, condolences to all his family and friends.Will be missed
I'm so grateful to have had the privilege of seeing and hearing the legend David Sanborn play live in Nebraska. It was one of my favorite concerts. Thanks for the music and the memories. 🤩🐙
The saddest news I heard was that Hiram had died. Christ, it brings a tear to my eyes just thinking of it. I was privileged to see David Sanborn play at Hammersmith Odeon in the mid 1980s and it was simply the best gig I have ever been too. David was brilliant and Hiram was just incredible. The ultimate showman. RIP Hiram and thanks to you and David and Marcus for such great memories.
This has got to be one of the most beautiful " phrased" love songs played on a saxophone. I'm a jazz trumpeter and love the brass sound. However, If I could play the sax, I wish to play like him, especially on this very romantic tune!
Plain and simple truth...Sanborn is the baddest Sax player I have heard. David Sanborn and Marcus makes some amazing music and their concerts never disappoint!
Rest in eternal peace Mr. David Sanborn. I have appreciated and love how you express your music via so many genres. 3of my many faves by you: 1. Love Will Come Someday (this one once saved my life). 2. The Dream 3. You Are Everything Jabo
Another favorite song of mine. When I first heard this back in the late 70's, I was hooked on him. Rest in Peace David Sanborn. Your music will live on forever and future music artist will play or sample your songs because you laid out the groundwork for "new jazz".
I remember being 19 turning 20 when this album/CD came out,it got me hooked on jazz and even more so on David Sanborn and with no disrespect, I don't think I've listened to a better jazz album since
good memories! just, before you finalize that comment on better jazz record, make sure you listen to Miguel Zenon's Puerto Rican Songbook :) :) yer welcome!
I was given this album as a gift in 1989 and fell completely in love with it, especially this tremendous track. It’s timeless to me, and I never tire of hearing it, and it gives me goosebumps every single time.
When I hear David Sanborn play those light notes, all these dynamics from quiet to loud, the push/pull tempo totally intentional. I realize that even if I could play my guitar like I wish I could in my imagination (no limits to my technique), I wouldn't have such an amazing instinct and feel. What a master.
Fabulous. The best gig I ever went to was Sanborn in the late 80s at Hammersmith Odeon in London. Al Jarreau came on stage during the encore. Man! It was legend as was THE GREAT late Hiram Bullock who was just the most incredible showman I'd ever seen. He ripped it up with David Sanborn that evening RIP you beautiful person.
@@hamiltonmays4256 I sure did, I finally realized it was my jaw bones so I’m getting a plastic surgery next week, I’m sure that will do it, if not then I’ll try adjusting the vocal chords ☺️. But on the serious note, I have no regrets in my quest, I came across a great set up that fits my style. If I could only practice more 🤦🏻♂️
Wow! One of the best Sax Players ever and his band is off the chains. I had the pleasure of seeing David back in the 70's and 80's and he's still the baddest sax player ever.
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Saw David at in Oakland CA at yoshis and he played this cut a great night also saw George Duke there also damn I miss those days great music great musicians live
From a rap fan straight to the depths of jazz I must be nearing my end and it’s been a journey surely I’ll transcend into the next one soulful of rhythm
A true gentlemen and a tremendous musical prodigy and scholar. Thanks Mr. Sandborn for your innovations and contributions to smooth jazz and for sharing your gift of music with the whole entire world.
🎶🎷 DAVID SANBORN ~ Rest In Paradise 🎷🎶
So saddened to learn of David’s passing yesterday from prostate cancer. He was one of my favorite saxophonists having grown up with three brothers and a sister who all played sax. Here is my all-time favorite Sanborn tune which holds cherished memories for me. Thank you, David for your musical legacy that will live on! (May 13, 2024) 🕊️
Who's left of his caliber?
I remember driving in the dark through the mountains with the top down on my car in the late 80's to my parent's house 375 miles away listening to this album. Hearing this takes me back to the chill of the mountain air.
Goodbye, David, one of my favorite saxophonists ever..
That & Maputo!! ♥️♥️👌👌
I am honored to have been living during the time when this man was making his music.
big words . me too
RIP to David Sanborn one of the true legends.
I'll admit to this being one of my favorite David Sanborn songs, so exquisitely performed and I'll also admit to though being a longtime lover of math and science as a now retired pediatrician, but my first love, passion was for instrumental music as an alto, tenor and baritone sax player until I had to set it aside for the lack of adequate time! I just so love all things music and after having to retire from medicine due to a stroke that has left me minus 40 or so million neurons, brain cells and therefore technically permanently disabled; I'm so very much thankful to be alive though and so thankful to have revealed to me this rare compensatory autonomic sensory neurologic phenomenon when listening to certain superbly played songs, in that I experience these tunes by not just audibly hearing them but experiencing them in a full body somewhat symbiotic experience in that I feel the notes all over my body accompanied by a soothing mild warmth, tingling throughout my body and a brain euphoric state of mind! Wow, I'm so blessed!!!
God Bless you! I hope you are doing well. I appreciate your story. Take care!
LℹFE ~ [EG🚫-👎]
ℹS 💥MiRACULOUS‼
🕊✨PEACE BE WℹTH YOU.
Hearing this for the first time while stationed over seas in the Airforce is the reason I picked up the saxophone. Although I play this song live, it will never measure up to this. I still love tis version 38 years later. ;-)
GOD BLESS YOU!!! I will pray to OUR LORD AND SAVIOR, CHRIST JESUS, for the miracle of healing for you, as HE is capable, indeed!!! Until then, I pray for your continued blessing of the profound effect that superb music and musicianship has on you. Trust me, I know the effect that David Sanborn had on my friend and I, who attended the Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2023 just this past Memoral Day weekend on Saturday evening. His performance was SURREAL. We actually both cried during the concert. He was EXCELLENT!!!
I’ll pray for you! God blessed me with a miraculous healing of my brain tumor, after I was given 2-4 months to live by Mayo. God can do anything, anytime. St. Andrew Avellino, patron Saint of stroke victims, please intercede, Thank you!
We were blessed to be in the presence of greatness.
David Sanborn
1945 - 2024
🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷
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Des Moines, Iowa 1981. Date stood me up for concert. Have long forgotten her name. Will never forget David and band banging our this tune and many others.
After years of only listening to your music on cassette tape I finally got the honor and privilege of attending the clearwater jazz festival in 2008. Words will never suffice to express my awe and gratitude for your gift to the world. I've loved your music since the 80's. Rest in peace my dear brother. Your music will live on in the hearts of all us who will always love you. My condolences to your family and the hundreds, if not millions of fans and collaborators who I'm certain grieve your passing ........ thank you for pushing me to always strive for excellence...thank you for the gift you left us.....😢😢😢😢😢😢
Amen to a beautiful musian Rest in peace my brother!
Dang where have I been? He passed in May and I just saw it mentioned while rewatching a Candy Dulfer live concert. Dang… my top Sax players in order are John Klemmer. David Sanborn, Candy Dulfer, Kenny G. Grover Washington Jr, Dave Koz. The last 3 are interchangeable for me. RIP David Sanborn.
The best sax you'll ever have!
Rest in peace, David!
One of the best sax solos ever. David’s on fire and he left a serious burnt spot. Thank u David. You’ll be missed !
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Oh, the 80's were a magical time!🥲 RIP Dave...thanks for your Gateway Jazz!!! Marcus and Hiram were so cool.
David Sanborn, I took the news of your passing straight to the heart...and there you will remain. RIP
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RIP Mr. Sanborn, thank you for the music you have given us🙏🙏🙏😪😪
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That's what you call six minutes of joy.
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Such an amazing talented musician! May Mr. Sanborn RIP (Revel in Paradise). ❤
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Thank you David Sanborn.
I am nearly overwhelmed with such powerful emotions and memories of a college sweetheart, listening to this beautiful music: “It’s You”, “Moon Tune”, “As We Speak”, “Tequila Sunrise”, et. al. Thank you, David Sanborn!🫠
I totally relate.
This song takes me back to when I lived n Houston. KPVU Prarieview used to play this song a lot along w/his other classics. Gr8ful for the memories and the catalog of his music. May he r.i.p.
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Rest in peace. I will see you in heaven. Thanks for your music
So thankful to see David & Hiram @ The Greek Theater in Berkeley. They were the Dynamic Duo back in the day, absolute LEGENDS in the Contemporary Jazz Arena. Now they’re together again✨
So great his sax all of us going to remember this legend
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Straight to my heart R.I.P.
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RIP David Sanborn 1945-2024😔🙏💔🌹⭐!!
This was one of my favorite songs from him!!!
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RIP David, unmistakable sound, frequently imitated, never bettered.
Him,
Najee,
Gerald Albright,
Kenny G., sooooo many more!! Love these guys!
This song truly goes STRAIGHT TO THE HEART!!
RIP!
He was truly a great saxophonist. Loved to listen to the song 'Maputo' which he did with Bob James, and 'I fell for you', featuring another legend, Al Jarreau. RIP David
Exquisite talent Mr. Sanborn … I am so glad my husband and I had the opportunity to see you in concert more than once. Thank you for sharing your story and your experiences with us.
The Heavenly choir and soulful jazz and extraordinary talents of so many have blessed us our ears , hearts and souls . Now, rest in peace … your jobs well done and with class. Mr. Sanborn . God bless your Wife and Family with comfort and strength.
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@ YES I am!
@@sheilamcneil2938 Hey! That's very good to know, I can't stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone! If i may ask which of all his songs is your favorite? You take care and be safe
What a player he was, with his intense style, and this beautiful song : Straight To The Heart.
What a sadness... thank to him for giving us to all this beautiful musicales moments, and during all those years .
An era disapppear.
RIP.
RIP , his beautiful music will play on and on.
David changed my life.
Soundtrack of high school years, trying to sound just like Dave.
Will be missed greatly. The music lives on.
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Oh...legend! Thank you Mr. Sanborn....you burned!!
Rest in peace.Thank you for your legacy that will live forever.
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My favorite David Sanborn song. I absolutely love this song. He is playing his face off and I can't say enough about the band.
R.I.P ,my favorite song , hear it many times.
This song brings back wonderful memories!❤
Rest In Music Heaven
Mr. David Sanborn!🙏🏾
Brother David Sanborn,,,,another beautiful Brother gone TOO SOON. I can tell its David playing in a blindfold test in 3 seconds.We loved you madly . You will be missed. DD in L.A.
The music is timeless. David was an Icon who will be missed the world over. We lost another great one. REST IN PEACE 🙏
Guitar cries through the song... What a mood!! Jazzy and lovely. Truly blessed musicians.
I am just remembering some titles:
Lisa, Lotus Blossom, Hideaway oh man!
What great music‼️
😪😪😪
Sad to hear this . Have great musical memories ,his work with Marcus Miller particularly, but all his stuff.I loved his sound and his music I will always associate with driving on holiday in the States , wonderful memories. Amazed to hear recently he played with Ian Hunter on "You nearly did me in " , with Queen on backing vocals!! A sad loss, condolences to all his family and friends.Will be missed
I Love and miss this man Dearly….I saw him in concert in Columbus, Ohio!! He had such a big influence on me and my music!!
Always amazing! Thanks, David for all of the spectacular music!
RIP 🙏
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Rest in Peace, knowing you created the soundtrack for so many people. Gone too soon :(
Rest in peace. Your music will live forever.
I can't imagine how Marcus is feeling.......
David "Sainthorn" Sanborn,
Man with a horn,
So glad he was born.
Yesterday he died,
Today I mourn.
May you rest in peace David Sanborn
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I'm so grateful to have had the privilege of seeing and hearing the legend David Sanborn play live in Nebraska. It was one of my favorite concerts. Thanks for the music and the memories. 🤩🐙
The saddest news I heard was that Hiram had died. Christ, it brings a tear to my eyes just thinking of it. I was privileged to see David Sanborn play at Hammersmith Odeon in the mid 1980s and it was simply the best gig I have ever been too. David was brilliant and Hiram was just incredible. The ultimate showman. RIP Hiram and thanks to you and David and Marcus for such great memories.
This brother from another mother is the TRUTH!!!!
RIP David Sanborn. Had the luck to see and hear him a few times at the North Sea Jazz festival in The Hague, the Netherlands..Thanks for the music...
That band deserve a medal 🏅
RIP - We will miss you David
Absolute GENIUS! your inspiration continues to shine across the lives of so many of us RIP ❤
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This has got to be one of the most beautiful " phrased" love songs played on a saxophone. I'm a jazz trumpeter and love the brass sound. However, If I could play the sax, I wish to play like him, especially on this very romantic tune!
Bingo
I loved his talent I will always remember ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😊😊😊😊
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Plain and simple truth...Sanborn is the baddest Sax player I have heard. David Sanborn and Marcus makes some amazing music and their concerts never disappoint!
David Sanborn in my opinion is the best sax player of all time.....He has inspired many of us with his hip licks !
I wouldn't say he's the goat.BUT HE DO, WHAT HE DO.
No.
Killer sax playing man!!! One of the best!!
Rest in eternal peace Mr. David Sanborn. I have appreciated and love how you express your music via so many genres. 3of my many faves by you:
1. Love Will Come Someday (this one once saved my life).
2. The Dream
3. You Are Everything
Jabo
Another favorite song of mine. When I first heard this back in the late 70's, I was hooked on him. Rest in Peace David Sanborn. Your music will live on forever and future music artist will play or sample your songs because you laid out the groundwork for "new jazz".
Still listening to this classic tune by David in 2020.
Makes two of us
JUST THIS MORNING IN THE PARK..
I'm glad Marcus Miller made this
😢R.I.P. David Sanborn. Surprising so many people with a musician , playing up to perfection.🎷😂
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The legend of David sanborn…Blessed to have seen him in concert
I remember being 19 turning 20 when this album/CD came out,it got me hooked on jazz and even more so on David Sanborn and with no disrespect, I don't think I've listened to a better jazz album since
good memories! just, before you finalize that comment on better jazz record, make sure you listen to Miguel Zenon's Puerto Rican Songbook :) :) yer welcome!
He will live forever! ♪
Thanks for the memories David!
U r the greatest … tnx David…. Wooooooow soooo beatiful
I was given this album as a gift in 1989 and fell completely in love with it, especially this tremendous track. It’s timeless to me, and I never tire of hearing it, and it gives me goosebumps every single time.
YES IN THE BAY AREA...
RIP David Sanborn
love this man my dad played him for me when I was just seventeen number one sax player of all times
Sanborn was killin those runs!! Yes!!
Now that's timeless music! Not to be copied and never to be forgotten. ♥️🙂👌
Man oh man ... Music that transports the Soul!
Here for it 2021
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Best live sax performance ever, as far as I'm concerned.
When I hear David Sanborn play those light notes, all these dynamics from quiet to loud, the push/pull tempo totally intentional.
I realize that even if I could play my guitar like I wish I could in my imagination (no limits to my technique), I wouldn't have such an amazing instinct and feel. What a master.
Fabulous. The best gig I ever went to was Sanborn in the late 80s at Hammersmith Odeon in London. Al Jarreau came on stage during the encore. Man! It was legend as was THE GREAT late Hiram Bullock who was just the most incredible showman I'd ever seen. He ripped it up with David Sanborn that evening RIP you beautiful person.
My favorite version of this timeless classic
I lost count how many horns, mouthpieces and reeds I tried to come anywhere close to DS sound. He’s truly one and only!
Did you figure out it wasn't any of those things?
@@hamiltonmays4256 I sure did, I finally realized it was my jaw bones so I’m getting a plastic surgery next week, I’m sure that will do it, if not then I’ll try adjusting the vocal chords ☺️.
But on the serious note, I have no regrets in my quest, I came across a great set up that fits my style. If I could only practice more 🤦🏻♂️
@@JosephAraza Glad to hear it. Best of luck. 👍🏽👍🏽
Wow! One of the best Sax Players ever and his band is off the chains. I had the pleasure of seeing David back in the 70's and 80's and he's still the baddest sax player ever.
Yeah he is.
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From the very first time heard this song, went straight to my heart.
Today read of your passing David, sad sad day.
Saw David at in Oakland CA at yoshis and he played this cut a great night also saw George Duke there also damn I miss those days great music great musicians live
Nothing like it, you could not ask for anything better
From a rap fan straight to the depths of jazz I must be nearing my end and it’s been a journey surely I’ll transcend into the next one soulful of rhythm
Oh my god David Sanborn RIP❤
Yes. The greatest of all times. 2024 wmd beyond. We still be rocking to DS. Rest in peace brethren. Your light shone beyond millennial
Hiram Bullock on guitar!
Rest in peace David Sanborn
A true gentlemen and a tremendous musical prodigy and scholar. Thanks Mr. Sandborn for your innovations and contributions to smooth jazz and for sharing your gift of music with the whole entire world.
I get so hung up listening to “the dream” that I forget sanborn made many other great songs! This is one of those “many other great songs”!
Extraordinary, the lightning riffs ,stamina, technical wizardry, heart and soul ❤
Rest In Peace David ❤️❤️❤️
Ohh my gosh!!!! David played like a beast!!!! There was Bebop roots!
It definitely takes a lot of skill, and organization to make the live version sound exactly like the original album recording
True That..
Love this! Sanborn is one of my favorite sax players and mentors!
One of the very best of all time!!!
RIP Dave, you were one of a kind