Another Figure in the Pantheon of the Jazz Saxophone
Many contemporary musicians cite Coleman Hawkins and Lester Young as among the prime innovators of jazz sax saxophone. But historian Loren Schoenberg says we shouldn't overlook the soulful contributions of Herschel Evans, who played with Count Basie's band.
Other segments from the episode on June 30, 1989
Fresh Air with Terry Gross, June 30, 1989: Interview with Thomas Friedman; Commentary on Herschel Evans; Interview with Drew Takahashi; Review of the home video release of the film "Child's Play."
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