“My mother came from St. Thomas. I heard that melody and all I did was actually adapt it. I made my adaptation of sort of an island traditional melody. It did become sort of my trademark tune.”
Quote by Sonny Rollins
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Sonny Rollins
Sonny Rollins, born on September 7, 1930, is an outstanding saxophonist whose musical career spans over half a century. Known for his unique playing style and extensive body of work, Rollins has had a profound impact on the development of jazz. His music blends elements of jazz, blues, and classical music, contributing significantly to the evolution of the genre. more