David Ades is considered one of this country’s finest saxophonists and has played with the cream of Australia’s musicians for over 25 years. His live collaborations have included international luminaries such as Tony Malaby, Mark Helias, Gerald Cleaver, Joe Locke, Dr John, Arturo Sandoval, and local legends like Renee Geyer, Paul Grabowsky, Dale Barlow,  Vince Jones and The Cat Empire.

“a true virtuoso master of the alto”
Rhythms Magazine

“his sensitivity created passages of sublime beauty”
J Tan, Singapor Post

“in Ades we have a player who is steeped in the tradition of the blues.. and it’s is a beautiful thing to hear”
Craig N. Pearce, Drum Media

“David’s presence is as large and luminous as life itself, a rare talent indeed”
John Clare, The Sydney Morning Herald

“Guest David Ades fans a storm with his piercing shrieks and tumbling cascades, without a hint of cliche he must be considered one of our most original alto players” Peter Wockner review of Matt Keegan Trio meets David Ades, ABC Limelight Magazine