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saxophone
noun
sax·o·phone
ˈsak-sə-ˌfōn 
: one of a group of single-reed woodwind instruments usually ranging from soprano to bass and characterized by a conical metal tube and finger keys
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Gano and founding bassist Brian Ritchie were joined by drummer John Sparrow, multi-instrumentalist Blaise Garza on saxophone, keys and percussion, and the Horns of Dilemma (which also featured Garza).
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
There will be times when work dominates, like a saxophone solo that demands full attention.
—Brian Bartes, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
The band lit up the stage with saxophone solos and impressive vocal runs, energizing the crowd to jump and sing along to their favorite songs.
—Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2024
The saxophone solo in the bridge is captivating, and the soulful piano adds an emotional touch that elevates the song.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 20 Sep. 2024
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
There will be times when work dominates, like a saxophone solo that demands full attention.
—Brian Bartes, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
The band lit up the stage with saxophone solos and impressive vocal runs, energizing the crowd to jump and sing along to their favorite songs.
—Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2024
The saxophone solo in the bridge is captivating, and the soulful piano adds an emotional touch that elevates the song.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 20 Sep. 2024
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“Saxophone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/saxophone. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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saxophone
noun
sax·o·phone
ˈsak-sə-ˌfōn
: a musical instrument of the woodwind class consisting of a usually curved metal tube with finger keys and a reed mouthpiece
Etymology
named for Antoine "Adolph" Sax 1814–1894 a Belgian maker of musical instruments
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