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 Brian Scanlon has been an active member of the Los Angeles music
scene since 1987. As a saxophonist and woodwind doubler he has made
his mark in the recording studios, on the concert stage and in
nightclubs.
Born in Queens, New York and raised in New Jersey, Brian started
playing the saxophone with Ramon Ricker at the prestigious Eastman
School of Music where he earned both a Bachelor of Music and Master
of Music (1981 and 1983).
Brian's career highlights include touring with song and dance man
Ben Vereen (1986 - 1999) and regular appearances on the
"Tonight Show" as a member of the NBC Orchestra (1988 -
1992). He also toured with trumpeter Doc Severinsen (1988 - 1996)
and briefly played lead alto with Buddy Rich (1986).
Brian can be heard on several soundtrack recordings such as
"Monster's Inc.," "A Bug's Life," "Moulin
Rouge," and "Analyze This." He has recorded with
Randy Newman and Rosemary Clooney and performed with Tony Bennett,
Dizzy Gillespie, B.B. King, and the LA Philharmonic. Saxophone
soloist for Natalie Cole and Maureen McGovern are among his current
gigs as well as extensive freelancing in the LA area. At Pepperdine
University, Brian directs the jazz ensemble and teaches saxophone.
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