Underground movement against the men in suits
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Saxophonist Courtney Pine found that it was no longer possible for him to continue playing in the strict jazz tradition. He began exploring new musical directions with his first album, 'Journey to the Urge Within,' released in 1986, and has found that his popularity has considerably increased. He enjoys being able to appeal to people who are not familiar with the history of jazz, and has been inspired by a range of musical traditions.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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Playing time, and making a living is easy
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Working with vocalists can be very beneficial for a jazz musician, according to tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson. He worked with Sting and Chaka Khan on his most recent recording, based on George Gershwin's opera 'Porgy and Bess.' He has been very successful in combining creativity and business acumen, and has already gained great respect for albums dedicated to the music of Miles Davis, Billy Strayhorn and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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Searching for that perfect sound
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The most successful jazz musicians are those who focus on producing a beautiful sound, according to saxophonist Charles Lloyd. He has been particularly influenced by Billie Holiday, and believes that her singing is akin to prayer. He was extremely well known in the late 1960s, but retreated into relative obscurity for many years after a split with his quartet. He only began to record again in the late 1980s.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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