David "Pic" Conley (born December 27, 1953) is an American jazz flute player, songwriter, and producer.
Shortly after graduating high school, Conley purchased his first instrument, a flute, for $10 with the idea of selling it for double price.
[1] Conley began his professional career when he moved to Los Angeles with the group Port Authority of Music, which included members David Townsend and Art McAllister in 1976.
He wrote music for Sister Sledge, New Edition, Gwen Guthrie, Isaac Hayes, Rebbie Jackson, The Jets, Sheila Hylton, Carol Lynn Townes, Jermaine Jackson, Melba Moore, Aretha Franklin,[2] Classic Example, MN8, IMx, Kool G Rap, and others.
[3][4] In 1986, Surface landed a record deal with Columbia and the group released their debut album in 1987.