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The Saxophone History Podcast

Andrew D. Meyer
The Saxophone History Podcast
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    Sonny Rollins -- Part 3 -- The Cure, Triumphant Homecoming, and Tenor Madness

    08-12-2025 | 1 u. 4 Min.
    In this episode we'll examine Rollins' efforts to get clean and his remarkable triumph over his addiction. We'll also look at his time with the Clifford Brown/Max Roach group as well as some of his most classic albums.
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    Sonny Rollins -- Part 2 -- Goof Square Heroin, Newk, and Rikers Island

    06-12-2025 | 1 u. 6 Min.
    In part two I cover Rollins' ascent in jazz greatness and his fall into the depravity of addiction.
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    Sonny Rollins -- Part 1 -- Caribbean Roots, Growing up in Harlem, and Early Musical Influences

    05-12-2025 | 51 Min.
    I this first episode of my series on Sonny Rollins we'll look at his early life and family roots in the Caribbean as well as his earliest musical influences and formative playing experiences.
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    Sigurd Raschèr -- High Notes, New Works, and Big Ole' Mouthpieces

    09-11-2024 | 48 Min.
    In this episode I'll examine the life and times of Sigurd Raschèr, one of the first major soloists on the saxophone. I'll dive into his legacy in terms of the repertoire he generated, his advances to the altissimo register, and his general "school of playing," as well as some really interesting facts along the way. Sources and links at http://www.andrewdmeyer.com
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    Lester Young -- Part 2 -- Commercial Success, Military Woes, Alcoholism, and Lasting Legacy

    19-08-2024 | 46 Min.
    In the second part of the Lester Young story I'll take you through the highs of commercial and critical success as well as the the lows of military service and alcoholism. Lester Young lived a hard life with a less than pleasant end but left a lasting musical legacy that is easily found in many players today.
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A thoughtful, researched, and slightly irreverent look at the most interesting players in our history. Join us as we bring to life the stories of some of the most important people, events, and pieces of repertoire from the history of our instrument. This podcast will go deep into the lives of players from all different styles and look critically at players as diverse as Sigurd Rascher and Clarence Clemons. Sources, links, and other info can be found at http://www.andrewdmeyer.com
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