Derek Brown
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About
Billboard-charting saxophonist, instrumentalist, entertainer, artist, performer, and musician who is best known worldwide for his solo project "BEATBoX SAX." On his YouTube channel Beatbox Sax, he shares saxophone tips and tutorials.
Before fame
He earned his Bachelor of Music in Classical and Jazz Performance from Hope College in 2006, followed by a Master of Music in Jazz Studies from the University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music in 2008.
Trivia
Before launching his solo career, he led the Jazz Studies program at Abilene Christian University. He has given solo performances across all 50 U.S. states and in more than 25 countries worldwide. He has amassed over 170,000 subscribers on the channel.
Family life
He is based out of Chicago, Illinois.
Associated with
He was described by jazz journalist and historian Scott Yanow as performing solos that occasionally evoke the creativity and spontaneity of Bobby McFerrin.
