About Benny Reid
Born 1980. Benny Reid is an American jazz musician and songwriter.
Benny Reid (born October 7, 1980) is a jazz saxophonist, music producer, and composer.
Reid was born in Westfield, New Jersey, and his parents exposed him to the music of John Coltrane and Miles Davis. His high school teacher was Andy Fusco, saxophonist with the Buddy Rich band. In 2002, he graduated with a Bachelor of Music Jazz at Indiana University School of Music. Reid also studied with Barry Harris, Eric Alexander, Mike LeDonne, Chris Potter, and Dick Oatts.
Reid is active composing and performing themes for national commercials and music in film and television.
Most recently Reid scored the Nas directed Showtime series Supreme Team alongside Havoc of Mobb Deep.
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American musician
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Benny Reid was born on 7 October 1980 in Westfield.
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Benny Reid is a jazz musician and songwriter.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Benny Reid. https://biography.guide/benny-reid/
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