If you’re unfamiliar with alto saxophonist Art Pepper, his album Surf Ride is a terrific entry point. His playing is clean, bright and fast, and it established his sound—an unmistakable high-register impatience and yearning unlike the tone of any other player. [Photo above of Art Pepper]
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