Kandi Kareem - Hourglass

Facts Saxophonist, educator and composer Kareem Kandi is one of the hardest working (and playing) jazz musicians around - regularly logging 5-7 gigs per week. A native of the Pacific Northwest, Kandi is in high demand for his talents both on and off the stage. With strong roots in the traditions of jazz, blues, classical and funk, he has been performing on the scene for years, gaining attention from critics and audiences alike. While staying true to musical styles of the past, he also keeps an eye towards the future by composing original music as well as new arrangements of timeless songs from the great American songbook. "looking forward to following Kandi's jazz career... this young saxophonist will be having a major impact on the Pacific Northwest jazz scene."