Kenny G | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Kenneth Bruce Gorelick |
Also known as | Kenny G |
Born | June 5, 1956 |
Origin | Seattle, Washington, US |
Genres | Smooth jazz Adult contemporary |
Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, record producer |
Instruments | Primary: Soprano saxophone Secondary: Alto saxophone Tenor saxophone Flute |
Years active | 1973–1982 (group) 1982–present (solo) |
Labels | Arista (1982–2006) Concord (2008–present) |
Website | www.kennyg.com |
Kenneth Bruce Gorelick (born June 5, 1956), better known by his stage name Kenny G, is an American adult contemporary and smooth jazz saxophonist. His fourth album, Duotones, brought him breakthrough success in 1986.[1] Kenny G is the biggest-selling instrumental musician with global sales totaling more than 75 million records.[2]