From a young age, Sands has shown a deep passion for music. Starting formal lessons at age 4, he composed his first piece at 5 and started performing at 10. His education at prestigious institutions like the Manhattan School of Music paved the way for a successful career. Collaborating with jazz legends such as Wynton and Branford Marsalis, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Christian McBride, Sands has made a name for himself in the jazz world.

With multiple Grammy nominations, international performances, and most recently receiving the prestigious title of Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres from the French Minister of Culture, Sands’ career shows no sign of slowing down as he continues to make a lasting impact on the world.