Alto saxophonist Jesse Davis was born on November 9, 1965 in New Orleans. He is known for his bebop‑and-blues‑infused style, extensive recording career and collaborations with leading jazz artists.

Davis began playing saxophone at age 11 and attended the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts where he studied under Ellis Marsalis. After studying for a time at Northeastern Illinois University, Davis transferred to the New School’s Jazz and Contemporary Music Program in New York City. He won the DownBeat Magazine award for “Most Outstanding Musician” in 1989.

During his career Jesse Davis has performed and recorded with Brother Jack McDuff, Illinois Jacquet, Nicholas Payton, Mulgrew Miller, Ray Brown, Cedar Walton and Roy Hargrove, among others. He has also released ten albums as a leader or co-leader to date.

Here is a link to Davis playing live:

"OLD FOLKS"