"Rendezvous" from Kenny G's 2021 album New Standards features the saxophonist alternating between his tenor saxophone solo and a piano solo from collaborator Sam Hirsh. Co-written by Kenny G, Hirsh, and Walter Afanasieff, the ballad unfolds at approximately 52 BPM in the key of F with a gentle, flowing feel. Kenny G's tenor saxophone solo occupies the heart of the track, showcasing a warm, centered tone that differs from his more familiar soprano sound while maintaining the same commitment to lyrical melody and emotional directness. Pianist Sam Hirsh, who has been an important creative partner on Kenny G's recent recordings, contributes a brief but tasteful piano solo that provides textural contrast. The inclusion of a piano solo is somewhat unusual for a Kenny G recording, which typically foreground the saxophone as the sole melodic voice, suggesting a slightly more jazz-oriented approach on New Standards. The tune's moderate ballad tempo and straightforward harmonic language make it characteristic of Kenny G's compositional style, which prioritizes singable melodies and warm harmonic colors over complexity. As one of the few tracks on the album to feature an additional soloist, "Rendezvous" offers listeners a glimpse of the collaborative musical relationship between Kenny G and Hirsh.
