Kenny Garrett

Kenny Garrett
Garrett performing in 2013
Background information
Born (1960-10-09) October 9, 1960
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres
OccupationsMusician
Instruments
  • Alto saxophone
  • Soprano saxophone
  • Flute
  • Piano
Years active1978–present
Labels
Websitewww.kennygarrett.com

Kenny Garrett (born October 9, 1960) is an American post-bop jazz musician and composer who gained recognition in his youth as a member of the Duke Ellington Orchestra and for his time with Miles Davis's band. Garrett's primary instruments are alto and soprano saxophone and flute. Since 1985, he has pursued a solo career.

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