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Born to a dermatologist father and pharmacist mother, Koz learned to play the saxophone from a young age, later playing in William Howard Taft High School’s jazz band. Despite subsequently graduating from UCLA with a degree in mass communications, the musician’s heart and soul were in music and Koz opted to pursue becoming a professional saxophone player. With very little time spared Koz was invited to join Bobby Caldwell’s touring band in the 1980s, after which the saxophonist would find himself touring with the likes of Jeff Lobber and Richard Marx. Following years of constant touring in which time Koz honed his live performance and improvisational skills, the musician played in the house band of the network TV show “The Pat Sajak Show”.
Following the show’s demise Koz opted to pursue a solo career and issued his debut, self-titled album in 1990. Released on Capitol Records, where Koz would remain for a string of albums, the record earned positive reviews and charted at No. 129 on the Billboard 200. The saxophonist’s second release on Capitol was the popular full-length “Lucky Man”, which peaked at No. 2 on the contemporary Jazz Chart aided by the No. 20 single adult contemporary single “You Make Me Smile”. Featuring Koz’s brother Jeff Koz on a number of the album’s tracks, the record went on to sell over half a million copies and introduced the musician to a much wider audience.
The full-length “Off the Beaten Path” followed in 1996 as did Koz’s debut live album “Live in Trinidad”. The following year Koz issued his first holiday album “December Makes Me Feel This Way” featuring a host of well-known christmas numbers and his brother on nylon guitar. In 2001 the saxophonist recorded his second christmas album “A Smooth Jazz Christmas” which peaked at No. 3 on the Contemporary Jazz Chart.
Following the release of his subsequent studio album “”At the Movies” Koz parted ways with EMI and signed with Concord who issued his 10th full-length album “Hello Tomorrow” in 2010. Three years later Koz would enjoy his greatest mainstream chart success with the collaborative album “Dave Koz & Friends - Summer Horns” alongside Gerald Albright, Mindi Abair, and Richard Elliott. The record was subsequently nominated for Best Pop Instrumental Album at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards and followed by the 2014 Christmas album, “The 25th of December”.
Live-Bewertungen
Some people have an unteachable natural charisma when stepping out onto a stage and American musician Dave Koz is one of these. The smooth jazz artist may now be in his 50s yet he moves around the stage with the energy and vigour of somebody half his age. A trusty saxophone in hand, he manages to captivate and entertain the crowds despite not speaking a word between long instrumental breakdowns.
It is the natural charm that he oozes between the performances that has the crowd so firmly onside as he thanks them sincerely for the support and for coming out this evening. He has shared stages with huge icons over the years yet he seems most contented with his hand selected accompanying musicians tonight as they jam through the likes of 'Starting Over Again' and 'Life in The Fast Lane'. His summer horns series has been called a roaring success and there is no doubt he will soon be recreating the magic at jazz festivals all over the globe so keep your eyes peeled for this talented instrumentalist.
sean-ward
Dave Koz and friends were PHENOMENAL! My first time seeing Dave Koz perform, blew my mind! Candy , Jonathan and Bill were Outstanding! We had church, celebrated Hanukkah, Christmas and most of All heard some GREAT JAZZ , played by Genius! The band was AWESOME as well!
janice-flemister
Dave Koz went and did it again! The Summer Horns concert may have been a repeat of last summer but you would not know it. The fresh new songs combined with some of Dave's solos (which I always look forward to hearing) - they really made for a fantastic concert!
jan-grundtner
Simply the best! A showman who engages those playing with him. I He is my favorite saxophonist ! I actually met him tonight at a club and he was friendly and engaging- he even asked me my name! I WILL attend one of his concerts this year!
ytownman1
One of the best concerts we have ever been to. Mr. Koz is a true showman. The musical talent on stage was second to none. Jonathan Butler, Keiko Matsui, Mindi Abair and Shelea were marvelous! And the Ferguson Center is a perfect venue!
Vcroucher
Dave Koz Put On A Wonderful Wonderful Show...It Was Off The Chain!!!!
He Has Soooo Much Energy!!!!This Was The Frist Time
We Ever Seen Him In Concert It Was A
Super Great Experience....Thank You
Dave Koz For Coming To DFW.
Braswell0797
AWESOME! This was our first time going to his Christmas show. We enjoyed 2+ hours of music that included funk, gospel and of course CHRISTMAS cheer. Dave loves to entertain and it shows. We will be back next year.
yvette-benjamin-1
The show was so awesome I know how much Dave Koz loves Kettering, Ohio, and he definitely showed it Friday night. He and David Sanborn were so awesome together. A terrific show indeed.
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