Dave Koz

Dave Koz is an American saxophonist, composer, record producer, and radio personality. He was born on March 27, 1963, in Encino, California. Koz grew up in a Jewish family and attended William Howard Taft High School in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, where he played saxophone in the school jazz band. After graduating from UCLA with a degree in mass communications in 1986, Koz embarked on a career in music. He started as a session musician and eventually joined Bobby Caldwell's tour. Koz's music style transitioned from rock to smooth jazz in 1989. Throughout his career, he has released numerous albums and has become a prominent figure in the smooth jazz genre.More