Philippe Saisse is a smooth jazz and New Age music keyboardist. He is also a producer and doubles on bass. He was born in Marseilles and raised in Paris. After studying at the conservatory in Paris he won a scholarship to the Berklee College of Music. He became the protege of Gary Burton and debuted on Al Di Meola's Splendido Hotel. He also worked with Felicia Collins and wrote for David Sanborn. He has also done work in the pop world for David Bowie, Al Jarreau, Paul King, and others.