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“If I think about the way I was drawn into the music, it was much more by recordings than by live performances.”

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Evan Parker, born on April 5, 1944, is an outstanding saxophone player. His musical career began in the 1960s, and he is renowned for his unique playing style and contributions to jazz. more

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