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Sonny Rollins Strives for Perfection, Recalls Freezing on 'The Bridge'

Born in 1930, Sonny Rollins grew up in the Sugar Hill neighborhood of Harlem and has been at the center of the jazz universe ever since. ... Read More »

Montreal Jazz Fest Part Deux: Sonny Rollins, David Sanborn Set the Tone

Last week, I dedicated this column to live reviews of sets by Herbie Hancock and Vijay Iyer. Both ... Read More »

Rob McConnell, Big Band Leader and Trombonist, Dead at 75

Canadian big band leader and trombonist Rob McConnell, according to the New York Times. The ... Read More »