Courtney Pine

Saxophonist

Birthday March 18, 1964

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace England

Age 60 years old

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About

English jazz saxophonist known for integrating modern styles like drum and bass and UK garage into his music.

Before Fame

His 1986 debut album Journey to the Urge Within became the first jazz album to crack the British Top 40.

Trivia

He appeared as himself in a jazz quartet in the Doctor Who serial Silver Nemesis in 1988.

Family Life

His father was a carpenter and his mother was a housing manager.

Associated With

He collaborated with singer Mica Paris on the 1988 track "Like Dreamers Do."