SCOTT HAMILTON
Scott Hamilton, born on September 12, 1954, in Providence, Rhode Island, is an American jazz tenor saxophonist known for his warm tone and swinging style. He began his musical career in various rhythm-and-blues bands but later switched to jazz and the tenor saxophone. In 1976, on the advice of trumpeter Roy Eldridge, he moved to New York City, where he toured with Benny Goodman, among others. He recorded his first album as a bandleader in 1977 for Chiaroscuro Records. That same year, he released his debut album on Concord Records, a label with which he had a long-standing collaboration and for which he recorded both solo albums and recordings with the Concord Jazz All Stars. In addition, he accompanied singer Rosemary Clooney both in the studio and on tour for a decade.
In the early 1980s, Hamilton formed his own quintet and toured worldwide. In 1994, he released the album “Organic Duke,” on which he showcased a unique style: a full, well-rounded yet focused tone and improvisations that, while rooted in swing (especially Ellington), also incorporated more modern elements. During this period, he moved to London and formed his current quartet with British musicians. He is currently touring throughout Europe.
Hamilton has recorded more than forty albums as a bandleader, including collaborations with renowned artists such as Ruby Braff, Dave McKenna, and Gerry Mulligan. His playing is characterized by a rich, warm tenor saxophone tone and an impeccable sense of swing, giving each song he plays a unique, personal interpretation.