Member Since: 06/09/2006
Band Website: www.benappleby.co.uk
Influences: I often get asked who my biggest influences are as a player. Well, here you go. One of the first live gigs that I went to see was saxophonist for the stars, Snake Davis. Since then I have learn a lot form his soulful, lyrical sound, not to mention his superb technique and vibrant style of playing. Other players that I have learnt an immense amount from include Jr. Walker, Kirk Whalum, the rock 'n' roll king of sax, King Curtis and the beautiful ballads of Kenny G, all of which have contributed in some way to the sound and style that I call 'my own'.To these players I owe a huge amount!Other influences include:
Mozart
Beethoven
John Zorn
Jan Garbarek
Michael Brecker
Kenny G
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