Testimonials
"Francisco Martínez is one of the best saxophonists in the world nowadays, for his quality as an interpreter as well as for his contribution to today's music..."
"A soloist with a beautiful sound and excellent interpretation in the concert for Saxophone and Orchestra by Edison Denisov ..."
"It has been a pleasure to listen to his recital at the University of California; I hope his career keeps bringing him success..."
"His virtuosity, his exceptional faculty in the extreme treble range, and his smooth technique were an inspiration for the students..."
"Admirable sound – With the alto and the soprano saxophone – Perfect air column, as well the "bow" movement in string instruments. Excellent vibrato and very talented lyricism. My congratulations in the name of the "good saxophone". You are "Grand" with the instrument. –––BRAVO!!!
"Absolutely exemplary interpretation... Mastery, musicality, and most important of all, a palpable love for novelty, receiving a warm and deserved ovation.
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He was the founder of the Association of Spanish Saxophonists, and organizer of many activities to promote the saxophone in Spain. In 1987 he organized in Alicante the II European Saxophone Meeting, where the Sax-Ensemble performed for the first time..gif)
He is one of the saxophonists who has contributed most to the saxophone repertoire in the last 30 years. His activity has led to the world premiere of 150 works for saxophone and the publication of 14 CDs and 2 DVDs so far. He has performed in over 15 countries in the Americas, Asia and Europe and has performed five world premieres of concerts with orchestra.
