- 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.
- Discography
- 74 albums
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.. The discography here lists 74 albums, from “1ª raccolta” (1960) to “My Lovely Car” (2020).
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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Discography
Studio and live albums
Also plays on
Albums where Fausto Papetti is credited as a sideman
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Fausto Papetti play?
Fausto Papetti is known for playing saxophone.
When and where was Fausto Papetti born?
Fausto Papetti was born 28 January 1923 in Viggiù.
What are Fausto Papetti's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include 1ª raccolta (1960), Sax alto: 2ª raccolta (1961), Sax alto e ritmi: 3ª raccolta (1962), 4ª raccolta (1964) and 5ª raccolta (1964).
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