Stories of artists, recordings and events related to the saxophone.
March 27 is the anniversary of the death of alto saxophonist Arthur Blythe, one of the most innovative and influential musicians in jazz history. Blythe’s legacy is defined by his unique sound and his ability… Read More »Arthur Blythe & McCoy Tyner
Wayne Shorter, one of the greatest saxophonists of the last half century passed away on Thursday March 2, 2023 after a brief hospital stay. Shorter emerged in the late 1950s, beginning with Art Blakely’s Jazz… Read More »We Say Goodbye to Wayne Shorter
In the summer of 1959, Sonny Rollins took a break from performing and recording and decided to focus on practicing his saxophone. Rollins was an ambitious and dedicated musician, and he was determined to improve… Read More »Sonny Rollins and the Williamsburg Bridge
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