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Tom Scott
Saxophone

Tom Scott is a multifaceted figure in music, excelling as a composer, arranger, producer, and saxophonist. He was a member of The Blues Brothers and led the jazz fusion group L.A. Express. With 33 solo albums, he boasts 3 Grammy wins and 13 nominations. He has collaborated with icons like Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, and Aerosmith. Notable contributions include arranging for Joni Mitchell and Steely Dan, and hits like Carole King’s “Jazzman” and Whitney Houston’s “Saving All My Love for You.” Scott's film and TV work, including scores for Conquest of the Planet of the Apes and themes for Family Ties, demonstrate his versatility. He has served as musical director for the Academy Awards, the Emmy Awards (9 times) and artists like George Harrison and Olivia Newton-John. As an educator, he teaches master classes and is on the faculty at NYU's Summer Jazz program.