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Kenny G delivers an open-form soprano saxophone solo on "Paris By Night," one of the most atmospheric ballads on his 2021 album New Standards. At a hushed 50 BPM in B-flat minor, the piece evokes the romantic imagery suggested by its title, with Kenny G's instantly recognizable soprano tone floating above the lush accompaniment. The minor-key tonality gives the performance a more introspective quality than some of his brighter major-key ballads, while his approach emphasizes sustained, singing tones and graceful melodic curves drawn from pop, R&B, and jazz influences. As the sole improviser, his soprano saxophone creates an evocative musical landscape over Walter Afanasieff's sophisticated production.
Kenny G was 64 to 65 years old at the time.
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