American jazz saxophonist and composer
Jazz musician.
Inducted into the Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame in 1999.
Jazz tenor saxophonist, leader and composer.
He was awarded the 2010 National Medal of Arts for his contributions to American jazz music. He was one of the most important and influential jazz musicians of the post-bebop era, his melodic sensibilities, playing style, and solos have delighted audiences and influenced generations of musicians for over 50 years.
Recipient of the 2011 Kennedy Center Honors, along with Barbara Cook , Neil Diamond , Yo-Yo Ma , and Meryl Streep.
Friends with John Coltrane , and Jackie MacLean.
I am a person who thinks about the music first in trying to achieve something musically valid.
I think the problem starts with the general appreciation of the music in the larger society. .
