Jesse Davis (saxophonist) facts for kids
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Jesse Davis
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Davis performing at the Blue Lamp, Aberdeen, 2004
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| Birth name | Jesse William Davis |
| Born | September 11, 1965 |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Instruments | Alto saxophone |
| Labels | Concord |
Jesse Davis (born September 11, 1965) is an American jazz saxophonist. He plays the alto saxophone, which is a type of wind instrument. Jesse Davis is known for his exciting jazz music.
Early Life and Music Education
Jesse Davis began his musical journey as a student. He attended the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts. This was a special school where he learned from famous musicians. One of his teachers was Ellis Marsalis Jr., a very important jazz artist. Learning from such a great teacher helped Jesse develop his skills.
After finishing his studies, Jesse Davis started his professional jazz career. He recorded many albums with Concord Jazz, a well-known record company. He also worked with other talented musicians. These collaborations helped him become even more famous in the jazz world.
Jesse Davis continued his music education at Northeastern Illinois University. In 1989, he received a special award. It was called the "Most Outstanding Musician award" from DownBeat magazine. This award showed how talented he was as a young musician.
Jesse Davis's Albums
Jesse Davis has released several albums throughout his career. These albums feature his alto saxophone playing. He has worked with many other great jazz artists on these recordings.
- Horn of Passion (Concord, 1991) with Mulgrew Miller
- As We Speak (Concord, 1992) with Jacky Terrasson, Robert Trowers
- Young at Art (Concord, 1993) with Brad Mehldau
- High Standards (Concord, 1994) with Nicholas Payton, Dado Moroni, Peter Washington
- From Within (Concord, 1996) with Nicholas Payton, Hank Jones, Ron Carter, Lewis Nash
- First Insight (Concord, 1997) with Mulgrew Miller, Peter Bernstein, Ron Carter, Kenny Washington
- The Set-Up (All Tribe, 2002) with Peter Bernstein, Ray Drummond
- Live at Smalls Jazz Club (Cellar Live / La Reserve Records, 2023)
Collaborations with Other Artists
Jesse Davis has also played on albums by other famous jazz musicians.
- With Charles Tolliver:
- Connect (Gearbox, 2020)
- With Cedar Walton:
- As Long as There's Music (Muse, 1990 [1993])
- With Gerald Wilson:
- New York, New Sound (Mack Avenue, 2003)
