Saxophonists · 1923–1999

Fausto Papetti

Naturalized Swiss, Italian recording artist; alto saxophone player (1923–1999)

Born: 28 January 1923
Viggiù
Died: 15 June 1999
Bordighera
Country: Italy
Active: 1955–
Record labels: Jolly, Durium, Carosello Records, CGD Compagnia Generale Del Disco S.p.a.

Biography

Fausto Papetti was a jazz musician who played saxophone. Fausto Papetti was born on 28 January 1923 in Viggiù and died on 15 June 1999 in Bordighera. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Jolly, Durium, Carosello Records and CGD Compagnia Generale Del Disco S.p.a..

Fausto Papetti (Viggiù, 28 January 1923 – San Remo, 15 June 1999) was an Italian alto saxophone player. A jazz musician by formation, Papetti became widely known for producing instrumental covers of some of the most famous pop and jazz songs. Papetti reached the height of his popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. His albums were particularly successful in the European and Latin American markets. During the 1970s, Papetti's first greatest hits album, published in 1975, is to these days his best-selling album. His performance of the song "Love's Theme" (originally by Barry White's Love Unlimited Orchestra) was featured on the breakbeat compilation Ultimate Breaks and Beats. His influence on saxophone music was substantial and in the 1970s many imitators appeared, like Johnny Sax and Piergiorgio Farina. Papetti's records are also characterized for their sexy covers, often featuring scantily clad women.

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