Wayne Escoffery

Wayne Escoffery

Wayne Escoffery

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Quarter Moon
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Since I Fell for You
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Stella by Starlight
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Blues for D.P.
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The Shadow of Your Smile

Albums

  • Alone

    Aug 2024 • 8 songs

  • Like Minds

    Apr 2023 • 9 songs

  • The Humble Warrior

    Apr 2020 • 10 songs

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Wayne Escoffery

Biography

Tenor saxophonist Wayne Escoffery is a leading instrumentalist, known for his big, full tone and post-bop style. Mentored by Jackie McLean, Escoffery emerged in the 2000s as a member of Tom Harrell's band, appearing on seven of the trumpeter's albums. Escoffery most often leads his own small group, as on 2001's Times Change, 2009's Uptown, and 2018's Vortex. In 2010, he picked up a Grammy as a member of the Mingus Big Band. Four years later, he won the 62nd Annual Downbeat Critics Poll for rising star on the tenor saxophone. He has also recorded with the Black Art Jazz Collect...
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