Thelonious Monk composed the jazz classic, "Straight No Chaser", which has been recorded by many jazz musicians. Many years ago, I had the privilege of attending jazz concerts in the NYC area. Several were Norman Granz presents JATP (Jazz at the Philharmonic). One of the highlights were Tenor Sax battles.
Here's one of the more recent battles at Carnegie Hall, with Joshua Redman and James Carter on tenor saxes. The big band (I think 20 pieces) really swings. https://youtu.be/n-00h49-YDE
My dad and three brothers all played tenor saxophone. My dad was at the professional level with his own band and dance/pool hall back in the 1940’s. This evoked great memories. There were many solos in our dining room.
I am trying to play the sax myself (Alto) and at 63 years old and no real musical abilities I am finding if very difficult. But love the sound of the Sax and will keep trying.
I am trying to play the sax myself (Alto) and at 63 years old and no real musical abilities I am finding if very difficult. But love the sound of the Sax and will keep trying.
Good for you. It's about practice, practice, practice!!! Glad you enjoyed the "battle"! Mark
Wow!! How can you pick one over the other - They are both over the top. Many thanks for posting. georad
Don't even try!! Back in the days of JATP the battle was between Eddie "Lockjaw" Harris and Flip Phillips. Incredible stuff!! Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the note. Mark
great, love the sax, can listen to the blues on the sax for hours, trouble with concert is I can't deceide which one I like the best, different styles so it's a draw
great, love the sax, can listen to the blues on the sax for hours, trouble with concert is I can't deceide which one I like the best, different styles so it's a draw
There are no winners & losers!! The audiences win!!😃 Mark