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May 22, 2024 · Learn about the saxophone, a single-reed wind instrument invented by Antoine-Joseph Sax in 1846. Find out how it is used in military bands, orchestras, and jazz, and meet some famous saxophonists.
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3 days ago · Indicators key: X, instrument has been used by person or group. X, instrument has been used by person or group, but much less often than other X-marked instruments. C, person or group uses a C melody saxophone (either as primary instrument, or in addition to the normal tenor sax)
May 20, 2024 · Charlie Parker (born August 29, 1920, Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.—died March 12, 1955, New York City, New York) was an American alto saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. He was a lyric artist generally considered the greatest jazz saxophonist.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
6 days ago · In general, smooth jazz is downtempo (the most widely played tracks are of 90–105 beats per minute), and has a lead melody-playing instrument (saxophone, especially soprano and tenor, and legato electric guitar are popular).
6 days ago · This is a list of musical instruments, including percussion, wind, stringed, and electronic instruments.
May 10, 2024 · John Coltrane (born September 23, 1926, Hamlet, North Carolina, U.S.—died July 17, 1967, Huntington, New York) was an American jazz saxophonist, bandleader, and composer, an iconic figure of 20th-century jazz. Coltrane’s first musical influence was his father, a tailor and part-time musician.
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May 19, 2024 · 2+. The saxophone is a remarkable musical instrument that has captured the hearts of musicians and music enthusiasts alike. With its distinctive sound and versatile range, the saxophone adds a touch of elegance and soul to various genres of music.
