Saxophonist Nick May; How he became a Classical Saxophone Phenom, Ep. 272
In Episode 272 of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, Donna Schwartz welcomes internationally acclaimed saxophonist Nick May (David Del Tredici, Pulitzer Prize and Grammy winner) for a conversation that goes far beyond technique. From his early musical beginnings to his...
Nicole Johaenntgen, Ep 270; Rhythm as the Foundation for Great Sax Solos
Few musicians have managed to combine artistic excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and educational impact quite like Nicole Johaenntgen. In Episode 270 of The Everything Saxophone Podcast, Donna sat down with the internationally acclaimed German saxophonist, composer,...
Saxophonist & Educator Dale Underwood on Sound, Discipline & Building a Lasting Career, Ep. 269
A frequent guest soloist with leading orchestras throughout the United States and abroad, Dale Underwood has performed with the Boston Pops Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra, Australian Wind Orchestra, and the National Conservatory Orchestra in Sao Paolo,...
Saxophonist Steve Wilson; His Melodic Approach to Improvisation, Ep. 266
Steve Wilson has long been recognized as one of the most expressive and lyrical voices in modern jazz. JazzTimes has described him as “the consummate saxophonist-composer” and “one of the finest alto and soprano saxophonists of our time,” a reputation he has built...