Daunik Lazro, born April 2, 1945, in Chantilly, France, is a saxophonist known for his work in jazz and improvised music. Influenced by Albert Ayler and Ornette Coleman, Lazro started his career with bassist Saheb Sarbib, recording three albums between 1973 and 1980. His debut solo album, The Entrance Gates of Tshee Park, was released in 1980 on Hat Hut Records. Throughout the 1980s, he collaborated with musicians like Jean-Jacques Avenel and Toshinori Kondo, releasing notable albums Pohonrama - Music Made by Piano, Saxophone and Silence (1985). In the 1990s, Lazro worked with Joe McPhee on projects like the album Élan Impulse (1991) and performed in the Orchestre National de Jazz. His discography spans over twenty albums, showcasing his versatility across alto, baritone, and tenor saxophones.
