Watanabe at Expo Zaragoza 2008 Background information Born ( 1933-02-01) February 1, 1933 (age 84), Japan Genres,,, Occupation(s) Musician Instruments Alto saxophone, sopranino saxophone, flute Years active 1953–present Sadao Watanabe ( 渡辺 貞夫, Watanabe Sadao) (born February 1, 1933) is a Japanese jazz musician who plays,, and. He is known for his recordings, although his work encompasses many styles with collaborations from musicians all over the world. He has had over ten albums reach the top 50 Billboard charts and 2 within the top 10.
Sadao Watanabe (渡辺 貞夫, Watanabe Sadao) (born February 1, 1933) is a Japanese jazz musician who plays alto saxophone, sopranino saxophone, and flute.
He has also had numerous albums reach number one on the jazz charts. Among his awards are the, the for contribution to the arts, and the award. Born in, Japan, Sadao first began learning music at the age of 18 and started performing professionally in 1953. By 1958 he had performed with leading musicians and quartets. In 1962 he left Japan to study at in Boston.
In 1995 the college awarded him an honorary doctorate degree for his contributions to music. In addition to his musical career, Watanabe has published six photography books in Japan. Contents • • • • • Discography [ ] As leader/co-leader [ ] Year Album Title Label (Catalog) Notes 1961 Sadao Watanabe 1965 Sadao Watanabe Plays 1966 Goin' Home Modern Jazz Album Denon 30CY-1386 Toshiyuki Myama & His New Herd (excp.
Sebastien Tellier Politics Rapidshare Movies. 3, 7) Kazuo Yashiro & His Trio (3, 7) 1966 Takt Jazz Jazz & Bossa Nova 1967 Sadao Watanabe & Charlie Mariano: Iberian Waltz Denon with 1967 Nabesada & Charlie 1967 Bossa Beat Collection (Live) 1967 Jazz Samba 1967 My Romance 1967 Bossa Nova '67 1967 Bossa Nova Concert 1967 Music Break 1967 Encore Worship Him Power Edition Keygenguru. !!