Life in the Key of G, Kenny G
Life in the Key of G, Kenny G
List: $22.95 | Sale: $16.07
Club: $11.47

Life in the Key of G

Author: Kenny G, Philip Lerman

Narrator: Kenny G

Unabridged: 9 hr 45 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/24/2024

Synopsis

Kenny G—the incomparable musician with the straight sax, the flowing hair, and some of the most memorable melodies in history—reveals the man behind the music in this indelible, fascinating, and funny memoir.Brand new to this edition—narrated in full by the author himself—are thirty original saxophone pieces, composed by Kenny G exclusively for this audiobook.In honest and heartfelt words, Kenny G shares how skinny Kenneth Gorelick, the kid who got hassled for his lunch money in a Seattle high school, became one of the most celebrated and revered virtuosos in the music industry. He uncovers how he’s managed to rise above the fray, tune out the critics, and live a life filled with happiness and humor.Few people know of Kenny G’s musical roots as the sole white guy in one of the coolest funk bands of the seventies, or as the teenage backup musician for everyone from Barry White to Liberace. As an artist he’s dedicated to turning the next generation on to jazz heroes like Grover Washington, John Coltrane, and Stan Getz. A man who takes his music seriously but himself not so seriously, Kenny G lets listeners behind the scenes to see how he creates his unique sound and unforgettable songs. Along the way, he offers life lessons in discipline, determination, and dedication.Life in the Key of G leads listeners on a tour of one of the great musical careers of the twentieth century, from the time he pulled a fast one on Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show—a bold gamble that launched his stardom—to famed duets with legends like Whitney Houston, Frank Sinatra, and more.As Kenny G likes to say, “Try it. You’ll have the best sax you ever had.”

About Kenny G

Kenny G is a Grammy Award–winning saxophonist whose indelible, unique sound created a new genre of music and has endeared him to millions of people around the world. He is the best-selling instrumentalist of all time, with global sales of more than seventy-five million albums. Kenny has twice been given the NAACP Image Award. A Seattle native, Kenny lives in Los Angeles and is a proud and devoted father. 

About Philip Lerman

Philip Lerman is the former national editor of USA Today and former co–executive producer of America’s Most Wanted. He is the author or coauthor of eleven books, including Dadditude and Woke Up This Morning: The Definitive Oral History of The Sopranos with Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa.

Reviews

There are currently no user reviews for this audiobook.

Quotes

“Warm, thoughtful, and upbeat, this candid memoir about a life dedicated to—and enriched by—music will appeal to Kenny G’s many fans and to music aficionados with an interest in the rise of the smooth jazz sound. Feel-good reading from a feel-good musical artist.” Kirkus Reviews

“Kenny G’s memoir reveals someone who is dedicated to his family and craft, has a sense of humor about himself, and who comes off as genuinely grateful, happy, and quite possibly the nicest guy in music.” Booklist

“Kenny G has lived with a spirit of excellence, and there is much to learn from this man of substance and vision on how to do the same. If you want a recipe for what it takes to live the American dream, you’ll find it in Life in the Key of G. All that it takes to develop your craft, make your mark, find your voice, and keep your wits about you while in pursuit of it all, is laid out here. It is a genuinely inspiring, entertaining, empowering, and humorous read!” Zoro, world-renowned drummer and author of Maria’s Scarf

“Life in the Key of G is funny, honest, and insightful, but he doesn’t tell me how I could get that fabulous hair!” Al Roker, author of the Morning Show Murders series and cohost of Today

“Kenny G is one of the best musicians of this or any generation. I hope that through this book, people will get to know and celebrate the wonderful person Kenny is and the special individual…I have been blessed to know.” Jack Nicklaus, World Hall of Fame golf champion 

“[Kenny G] is surely one of the best-selling instrumentalists of all time…How’d he do it? His breezy memoir, Life in the Key of G, offers some clues.” The Wall Street Journal

“Every chapter/experience from his life ties into the others, complementing and reminding of information shared earlier and later in the book. His use of imagery is soothing and relaxing. Life in the Key of G teaches about an inspirational man inside and outside the music.” Portland Book Review

“In this entertaining account of the jazz saxophone player’s life in music, we hear about the hard work, maturity, and self-respect that Kenny G applied during every phase of his fifty-year career…His beguiling charm and optimism make listening to his story fun and will leave a positive afterglow long after the conclusion of this inspiring audiobook.” AudioFile

“Put a record on and dive into this heartfelt memoir that goes backstage in the 70s with Kenny and greats like John Coltrane and Barry White—and offers some useful life lessons along the way.” People

Awards

  • Saturday Evening Post Pick
  • People Magazine Pick
  • London Observer Pick
  • Billboard Pick
  • Kirkus Reviews Pick
Add to Cart
Add to Wish List