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Two books dive into the history of minimalist music and the origins of the saxophone

Aug 4, 2023 · 18m
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  • Two books explore music history: minimalism and the saxophone.
  • 'On Minimalism' traces the genre's counterculture roots.
  • 'The Story of the Saxophone' chronicles the instrument's jazz journey.

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James E. Ransome
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Kerry O'Brien
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Lesa Cline-Ransome
Lesa Cline-Ransome
American writer · 1 podcast appearance
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William Robin
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