THAT NEPENTHETIC PLACE

2013 release from the internationally renowned saxophonist composer/educator. A fluid, vigorous soloist with a warm, soulful sound, Dayna has also proven himself a master of composition and arrangement, a highly acclaimed band leader and an "in-demand" side-man for some of Jazz' contemporary masters, such as Kenny Barron, Idris Mohammed, Taylor Eigsti. In recent years, Stephens has appeared on stage with numerous major musicians, including Terence Blanchard, Herbie Hancock, Albert "Tootie" Heath, Matt Wilson, Carlos Santana, Stefon Harris, Stevie Wonder, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Tom Harrell, Roy Hargrove, Gretchen Parlato, and many others. He is a graduate of Berklee College of Music and the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Performance.