An American Garden

An American Garden

Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
Dave Tofani's mastery of the saxophone and woodwinds makes him one of the most sought-after concert and recording artists in New York City. An alumnus of the Juilliard School, Dave has appeared with and performed featured solo work on recordings with America's most distinguished artists including Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, The New York Philharmonic, John Lennon, Steely Dan, Frank Sinatra, Natalie Cole, James Galway, Leonard Bernstein, George Benson, Paul Simon, Bill Evans and David Sanborn. His work may be heard on over 500 jazz and classical albums and over 100 major Film soundtracks. He has frequently been honored by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences with Most Valuable Player Awards for his work on saxophone, clarinet and flute. His first album, the Grammy Award nominated Manhattan Carnival, a collection of his own compositions, received enthusiastic popular and critical acclaim. The set of jazz compositions on his second release, An American Garden, further showcases Tofani's depth as a composer as well as a gifted soloist.

Product Description
Dedicated to the "Members of the Greatest Generation," An American Garden CD is a deeply compelling and enduring set of 7 original extended jazz compositions by award winning saxophonist and composer Dave Tofani. The pieces utilize a variety of forms and the ensembles vary in size from a jazz quintet to a string orchestra, totaling 41 of New York City's finest musicians. Dave, a frequent winner of Most Valuable Player Awards from the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, performs on alto, tenor & soprano saxophones as well as the flutes and the clarinets.

An American Garden,David Tofani,Solowinds,This superb recording is made up of great saxophone and woodwind playing with passion and soul. The unique extended jazz compositions have rich melodies, lush harmonies, exuberant rhythms and impeccable New York studio cats ensemble playing.

Jazz Music: An American Garden

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