Mindi Abair

Mindi Abair
Abair performing in St. Helena, California in August 2021.
Background information
Born (1969-05-23) May 23, 1969
St. Petersburg, Florida, U.S.
GenresRock, soul, pop, Contemporary jazz, smooth jazz
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, band leader, author
Instrument(s)Vocals, saxophone, keyboards
Years active1991–present
LabelsGRP, Verve, Artistry, Peak, Heads Up, Concord
Websitemindiabair.com

Mindi Abair (/ˈbɛər/ AY-bair; born May 23, 1969) is an American saxophonist, vocalist, author..

Her solo career has produced ten No. 1 radio singles, two No. 1 Billboard Jazz CDs, and four more solo CDs that have landed No. 5 and above on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz Charts. She was the featured saxophonist for the 2011 and 2012 seasons of American Idol, and performed with the rock band Aerosmith.