Grammy nominated saxophonist Ben Wendel was born in Vancouver, Canada and raised in Los Angeles. Currently living in Brooklyn, NY, he has enjoyed a varied career as a performer, composer and producer. Highlights include multiple domestic and international tours with artists such as Ignacio Berroa, Tigran Hamasyan, Antonio Sanchez, Gerald Clayton, Eric Harland, Taylor Eigsti, Snoop Dogg and the artist formerly known as Prince. Ben is a founding member of the Grammy nominated group Kneebody, currently signed with Concord Records and Brainfeeder Music.
Ben Wendel – Tenor Saxophone Gilad Hekselman – Guitar Matt Brewer – Bass Aaron Parks – Piano Kendrick Scott – Drums
"A literate and adaptable multireedist whose original music puts a premium on lyricism… A wide-open sensibility, about as tuned to Bach and Bjork as Monk and Shorter" The New York Times
"Perhaps the best and most-known saxophonist consistently active on both coasts" LA Weekly
"He has a keen ability to balance intellectual curiosity with emotional and melodic impact" DownBeat