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“I know I’m an African-American, and I know I play the saxophone, but I’m not a jazz musician. I’m not a classical musician, either. My music is like my life: It’s in between these areas.”

Quote by Anthony Braxton

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Anthony Braxton

Anthony Braxton is an influential American composer known for his innovative musical style and contributions to improvisational performance. His works span a variety of musical genres, including jazz, classical, and electronic music. more

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