Sadao Watanabe
Japanese jazz saxophonist, composer, bandmaster (1933-) · Japan · On the map · Musicians
Sadao Watanabe is a Japanese jazz musician who plays alto saxophone and sopranino saxophone. He is known for his bossa nova recordings, although his work encompasses many styles, with collaborations from musicians all over the world.
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2026Person of Cultural MeritAward2015Order of Rio BrancoAward1995Medal with Purple RibbonAward1977Fumio Nanri AwardAward1933Born1 February 1933
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Japan
Category
Musicians
Type
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Status
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Born 1933 · age 93
