At 76, Coleman's role as "free jazz" pioneer, as an innovative bandleader, and as an eclectic composer continues unabated. His alto saxophone is known for its playfully melodic and vocal-like quality. His approach to group improvisation -- with tempos that shift with little warning and tunes that end with startling precision -- is instantly recognizable and celebrated.Read more by Ashley Kahn - npr.com
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