“This was made by a Brazilian maker called Mestre Gama who I met via Carlos Malta, who used to play flute and saxophone with Hermeto ... “and there’s a lot of music in schools.

Born and reared in James City County, Piggott’s passion for music began in church when he first played drums and the trombone. “I switched to the saxophone in the sixth grade, about age 12.

a beloved entertainer who brought joy to thousands with his vibrant personality and infectious music. “From the Capitol Showband to his own Superstars, Paddy Cole’s saxophone, clarinet ...

Showband singer and saxophone player Paddy Cole has died at the age of 85. The musician’s death comes after he was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2022. Cole celebrated his 85th birthday on ...

Though marching band music was part of jazz’s foundation, it was the trumpet, rather than the saxophone, that first took the spotlight. The saxophone (the tenor and alto varieties) only began to ...