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David Benoit
David Benoit was born in Oakland, California in 1953. He started playing piano early, with his father introducing him to jazz artists like Count Basie and...
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David Benoit was born in Oakland, California in 1953. He started playing piano early, with his father introducing him to jazz artists like Count Basie and Duke Ellington. After studying at the University of Miami, he moved to Los Angeles in 1977 and released his debut album "Headed for the Future."
The album also had songs like "Freedom at Midnight" and "Waiting for Spring." Benoit's music has appeared in films and television shows including "The Breakfast Club" and "The West Wing."
He has worked with musicians including George Benson, Dave Grusin, and Kenny Loggins. In 2007, Benoit had a stroke that affected his piano playing, but he went through rehabilitation and returned to performing.
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