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Dewey Redman Biography

Saxophonist

Dewey Redman was an influential American saxophonist born on May 17, 1931, and passed away on September 2, 2006. He is known for his unique playing style and contributions to free jazz.

Should Firsts Style Personality Ego

Author:Dewey Redman

“Maybe not as an idol, but I have influenced some people, including my son Joshua. So that feels good. Wherever I play musicians come to meet me, that is a great compliment to me. I am honored.”

People Feels Play Son Musician Including Feel Good My Son Compliment Idols Honored

Author:Dewey Redman

“In my world, the first thing I reach for is the sound. Technique is Ok, but if you got the technique and I got a good sound, I'll beat you every time. You can play a thousand notes and I can play one note and wipe you out. What I reach for is ... a sound.”

Ifs World Firsts I Can Play Sound Thousand Beats Notes Technique Wipe

Author:Dewey Redman

“I like to think of myself as an original. I have my own sound. That's not easy to come by, I worked on it for many years. But I like to think that I sound like Dewey Redman”

Thinking Years Easy Sound My Own Originals

Author:Dewey Redman

“What I reach for first when I play is sound. Technique maybe, but there is technique in sound.”

Firsts Play Sound Technique

Author:Dewey Redman

About the Author

Born: May 17, 1931
Died: September 2, 2006
Known for: Saxophonist
Quotes: 5

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