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Recent Examples of saxophonist
The band lost saxophonist Mars Williams in 2023 at 68 years old.
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Pat Saperstein, Variety, 8 May 2026
Work continued remotely, at their homes in London and California, at which point Niño brought in the extra players—also including double bassist Michael Alvidrez, saxophonist Darius Jones, and woodwind all-rounder Aaron Shaw—and sequenced the record.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 8 May 2026
The foundation is led by saxophonist and composer Philippe Mall, Kouoh’s partner of 17 years who serves in the role as president.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 8 May 2026
The program is a centennial celebration of saxophonist John Coltrane and Miles Davis, focusing on the trumpeter’s era-defining mid-1950s quintet that catapulted Coltrane into prominence.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
Tenth grade alto saxophonist Steven Chen from Canyon Crest Academy was named the 2026 Don Caneva Memorial Scholarship winner.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Afterward, Lampley and the band’s saxophonist, Louis Fouché, headed to an Italian restaurant.
—Mark Yarm, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Over breakfast, Segal handed Feldman a CD of saxophonist Stan Getz, playing live at the Showcase.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
With the brilliant saxophonist Clarence Clemmons leading the five-member E Street Band (plus a four-man horn section), Springsteen belted out each high energy song in his distinctively raw and powerful voice.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Pat Saperstein, Variety, 8 May 2026
Work continued remotely, at their homes in London and California, at which point Niño brought in the extra players—also including double bassist Michael Alvidrez, saxophonist Darius Jones, and woodwind all-rounder Aaron Shaw—and sequenced the record.
—Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 8 May 2026
The foundation is led by saxophonist and composer Philippe Mall, Kouoh’s partner of 17 years who serves in the role as president.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 8 May 2026
The program is a centennial celebration of saxophonist John Coltrane and Miles Davis, focusing on the trumpeter’s era-defining mid-1950s quintet that catapulted Coltrane into prominence.
—Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
Tenth grade alto saxophonist Steven Chen from Canyon Crest Academy was named the 2026 Don Caneva Memorial Scholarship winner.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Afterward, Lampley and the band’s saxophonist, Louis Fouché, headed to an Italian restaurant.
—Mark Yarm, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Over breakfast, Segal handed Feldman a CD of saxophonist Stan Getz, playing live at the Showcase.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
With the brilliant saxophonist Clarence Clemmons leading the five-member E Street Band (plus a four-man horn section), Springsteen belted out each high energy song in his distinctively raw and powerful voice.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for saxophonist
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Such a scenario made headlines in the US last year when pianist Betsy Arakawa, who was married to actor Gene Hackman, was revealed to have died of hantavirus.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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With Vuckovich on the cusp of his 90th birthday, the seven-decade spread between the pianist and Tang embodies jazz’s crucial generational reach, with young players imbibing essential seasoning via direct contact with veteran masters.—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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Her father was a jazz trombonist and her mother a pianist.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
3 Apr. 2026
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Wayne Henderson, trombonist for the Jazz Crusaders, had co-produced the debut album, 1984’s Centipede, for Michael’s sister Rebbie with Michael, Tito, and Randy Jackson.—
Greg Poole,
Rolling Stone,
5 Mar. 2026
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As such, Rombola and Larkin's roles have been filled by lead guitarist Sam Koltun and drummer Wade Murff, respectively.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
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From all-world jazz guitarist Pat Metheny to super soprano Renee Fleming to the wonderful Smuin Ballet, there are a lot of great concerts and shows to catch this weekend and beyond.—
Randy McMullen,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Camilia is a violinist with Mariachi Bravo, an elementary school mariachi band from Waukegan Community Unit School District 60.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Singaporean violinist Joy Yong recorded the lead violin parts.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
28 Apr. 2026
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The program is a centennial celebration of saxophonist John Coltrane and Miles Davis, focusing on the trumpeter’s era-defining mid-1950s quintet that catapulted Coltrane into prominence.—
Andrew Gilbert,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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On the album, the trumpeter levels up as a singer and front man.—
Mark Yarm,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Highlights include a June 13 anniversary celebration with Jungle Fire, Healing Gems and DJ Liza Richardson; a tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder with DJ Spinna, Monalisa and MC Cognito; and a tribute to Roy Ayers led by composer Sly5thAve with a 12-piece ensemble including drummer Kassa Overall.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Led by the magnetic Tom Peter, the prolific lo-fi post-punk band out of Australia adds a human drummer and turns in a 23-minute burst of nonstop fun and creativity.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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Performers include clarinetist Anthony McGill, violinists Leila Josefowicz and Geneva Lewis, and the Colburn Orchestra, making its Ojai Music Festival debut.—
Aidin Vaziri,
San Francisco Chronicle,
24 Mar. 2026
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Legendary clarinetist Benny Goodman hired Peplowski to play tenor saxophone in his new outfit in 1984 after coming out of retirement.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Feb. 2026
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Niño remains a prolific, international percussionist-about-town, with recent full-length projects including his collaborative LP with Saul Williams and Carlos Niño & Friends’ Bubble Bath for Giants.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
8 May 2026
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Each evening, live music flows from the dining room onto Ocean Drive, where a percussionist, guitarist, and vocalist’s sounds invite diners for an impromptu salsa dance session.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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“Saxophonist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saxophonist. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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