Starting the Lifelong Process of Learning Hoagy Carmichael's "Stardust"
Jazz standards lay the foundation to becoming a great musician. For example, Charlie Parker had the entire American Songbook memorized in all keys.
The Philisophical Wisdom of Charlie Parker's "Repetition"
Abstract: On December 21, 1947, jazz alto saxophonist Charlie Parker recorded "Repetition" as a guest soloist with Neal Hefti's orchestra. We know little…
Episode 3: The Blues Sax, Hank Crawford & David Sanborn (Details)
My favorite saxophonist of all time is Charlie Parker, but both Hank Crawford and David Sanborn are very high up on my list.
Episode 2: The History of Cannonball Saxophones (Details)
I don't play Cannonball saxophones currently, but they've always held a special place in my heart because Cannonball is an American company based…
Episode 1: The History of Selmer Saxophones (Details)
I decided to produce this episode because I've been fascinated by Selmer saxophones for a very long time. I've always admired the sound,…
The Saxophone Knowledge and Mastery Podcast: Season 1: Episodes 1-20
In Season 1 of the Saxophone Knowledge and Mastery Podcast, we discuss many saxophone topics, and many saxophone players. The whole Season 1…