Pharoah Sanders
Name:
Pharoah Sanders
Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pharoah_Sanders
Wikipedia Summary:
Pharoah Sanders was an American jazz saxophonist. He was known for his overblowing, harmonic, and multiphonic techniques on the saxophone, as well as his use of "sheets of sound". He was a major figure in the development of free jazz and spiritual jazz.
Born:
1940
Died:
2022
Url1:
https://www.pharoahsanders.com/
Url2:
https://www.allmusic.com/artist/pharoah-sanders-mn0000358409
Notes:
Pharoah Sanders frequently incorporated elements from various world music traditions, including those from the Middle East, into his compositions and performances. His spiritual approach to jazz often resonated with the mystical aspects of Middle Eastern music. Sanders' use of modal scales, drone-like textures, and extended techniques on the saxophone sometimes evoked sounds reminiscent of Middle Eastern instruments. His collaborations with musicians from diverse backgrounds, including those from Middle Eastern countries, further enhanced his exploration of these musical traditions. Albums like "Tauhid" and "Karma" showcase his integration of Middle Eastern-inspired elements into his unique form of spiritual jazz.