Gary Palmer
My name is Gary Palmer, I am a saxophonist living in South Florida. I perform gospel and jazz music.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Gary Palmer was born and raised in New York City and began playing the saxophone at the age of 12. Gary was a music major at his performing arts high school where he participated in the band, orchestra and jazz band. Gary performed with his family members including his father across the greater New York area. In addition, Gary performed with several other local bands crossing the various genres of music. Gary attended college and played in the jazz band performing at different events. Gary moved to the South Florida area where he records with local artists and toured various cities. In addition, Gary is a songwriter, member of BMI and co-owner of a publishing company. Please be patient as I will be responding to each and everyone of you. I am the only person maintaining this page and I am getting so many wonderful responses and I personally want to thank each and everyone of you. The LORD has given me the strength to do so many things throughout the day and early each morning and late at night I respond to your requests. Unless out of town performing or recording, I check my page every day. I thank each and everyone of you for your words of encouragement and praise.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Ft Lauderdale, Florida, especially during the winter months.
Your musical influences
Grover Washington Jr, Cannonball Adderley, Lou Donaldson, Kim Waters,
What equipment do you use?
Yamaha Saxophones