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The Saxophone History Podcast

The Saxophone History Podcast

By: Andrew D. Meyer
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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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Episodes
  • Sonny Rollins -- Part 3 -- The Cure, Triumphant Homecoming, and Tenor Madness

    Sonny Rollins -- Part 3 -- The Cure, Triumphant Homecoming, and Tenor Madness
    Dec 8 2025

    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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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Sonny Rollins -- Part 2 -- Goof Square Heroin, Newk, and Rikers Island

    Sonny Rollins -- Part 2 -- Goof Square Heroin, Newk, and Rikers Island
    Dec 6 2025

    In part two I cover Rollins' ascent in jazz greatness and his fall into the depravity of addiction.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Sonny Rollins -- Part 1 -- Caribbean Roots, Growing up in Harlem, and Early Musical Influences

    Sonny Rollins -- Part 1 -- Caribbean Roots, Growing up in Harlem, and Early Musical Influences
    Dec 5 2025

    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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    51 mins
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