Pharoah Sanders’ 1977 release Izipho Zam (My Gifts) on the Strata-East label is a fascinating listen. Widely regarded as a landmark in the evolution of free jazz, it continues to grow on me—and that, ...

Ahhhh, the sweet sound of the ultimate reed instrument, the beloved saxophone. No other instrument in jazz has evoked more passion or grace when placed in the capable hands of a skilled musician. For ...

The saxophone is having a moment again. That golden, smooth sound is popping up everywhere, and people can't get enough of it. It's showing up at weddings, rooftop parties, and live shows. The vibe is ...

Tokyo-born composer Takashi Yoshimatsu can’t claim the international reputation of compatriots Joe Hisaishi (of Studio Ghibli fame) or Toshio Hosokawa, but that may be changing soon. Among his ...

The Rev. Bill Carter remembers the story his mother told him about attending a Louis Armstrong concert in Venango County as a ...

In this edition of OverHerd, host Allison Thompson talks with Bison safety Ryan Jones about his favorite foods and his ...

Thirteen months ago, Dan Fabbio had the performance of a lifetime — he played a saxophone solo in the middle of a surgery to remove a tumor in his brain, reports New York Daily News. The 27-year-old ...