David Yee
Emerging Saxophonist
David Yee is a rising voice on the NYC jazz scene, blending emotive originals and fresh takes on standards with impeccable tone and lyrical improvisation.
modern jazzpost-bopstandards-based
About
David Yee is a saxophonist from San Jose, California. He studied music at the University of Portland in Oregon and has been active in New York City since around 2015 as both a bandleader and in-demand sideman. He leads the David Yee Quartet and performs regularly in jazz venues around NYC.
Music Style
He plays lyrical, modern jazz with a mix of original compositions and reimagined jazz standards, combining warm saxophone tones with fresh arrangements.
Background
- Hometown
- San Jose, California, USA
- Education
- University of Portland
- Instruments
- saxophone (tenor)
- Active
- 2015-present
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