Episode 44: Eric Alexander: Composer, Educator and Jazz Saxophone Master
Episode 44 Executive Summary Eric Alexander (born August 4, 1968) is widely recognized as one of the most technically advanced and articulate tenor…
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James Carter (Ep. 42): The Masterful Saxophone Innovations of James Carter
This is Episode 42 of The Saxophone Knowledge and Mastery Podcast. Episode 42 Executive Summary James Carter is an American jazz musician celebrated…
Vincent Herring (Ep. 41): The Fiery Soul of Modern Jazz
Episode 41 Executive Summary Vincent Herring is a towering figure in modern jazz, celebrated as a fiery and technically brilliant alto saxophonist, flautist,…
Celebrating Charlie Parker's 105th Birthday and His Perfomance of "Fine and Dandy"
Executive Summary This article celebrates the 105th birthday of jazz legend Charlie Parker on August 29, 2025, by highlighting his iconic performance of…
Phil Woods (Ep. 40): The Most Virtuosic Alto Saxophonist Post-Charlie Parker
Executive Summary Phil Woods (1931-2015) was a legendary American bebop and neo-bop alto saxophonist, clarinetist, and bandleader celebrated for his stunning virtuosity and…
Claire Daly (Ep. 39): The Soul of the Baritone Sax
Executive Summary Claire Anne Daly (1958 - 2024) was an acclaimed baritone saxophonist, composer, and educator known for her robust, soulful sound and…