Saxophonist Adrian Crutchfield is known around the world for
creating and performing music in a variety of genres such as jazz,
funk, hip-hop, rock, and more.
Adrian’s star began shining at the age of four when he received
his first saxophone during a concert in Roanoke, VA from
acclaimed jazz artist Kenny G; who noticed Adrian’s interest from
the audience, stopped the show, and invited him to the stage,
playing a childish melody, and finally bestowing the sax to young
Adrian.
Known as the last horn-man to perform and record (2012-2016)
with Prince and the New Power Generation; Adrian is featured on
many of Prince’s final masterpieces including the 2017 Grammy-
Nominated Hit-N-Run Phase 2.
Adrian has also had the privilege of performing with many of
today’s brightest stars such as Lionel Richie, Bette Midler, Ceelo
Green, R&B icon Anthony Hamilton, Fantasia Barrino, KC and
JoJo, and with hip hop superstar Young Jeezy. In jazz Mr.
Crutchfield has been featured by names such as Brian
Culbertson, Kim Waters, Mike Philips, Alex Bugnon, Jeff Lorber,
and Branford Marsalis; and with legendary groups such as
Fourplay and The Gap Band featuring Charlie Wilson.
Praised by saxophonist Dave Koz as a favorite and most highly
anticipated up and coming artist; this saxophone aficionado is one
of his generations most prolific and lauded musicians.