Evan Tate
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Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
It all started with the ) back in 1976. I was 15 at the time. I did one private recording with the band with tunes I either wrote and/or arranged. For this session I added a second trumpet and 2 trombones to the band. In 1982 I formed .
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I've played live, on tour in many formations aside from my own. Those who know me, know that they are in for an evening of not just "heavy jazz" but they will also be entertained.
Your musical influences
Charlie Parker, Cannonball Adderley, Steve Coleman, John Coltrane, Greg Osby, Miles Davis, Steve Grossman, Ornette Coleman, Eric Dolphy, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner,..and the list goes on.
What equipment do you use?
Julius Keilwerth SX90R Alto Sax and Julius Keilwerth SX90 Soprano sax.
Anything else?
I endorse saxophones from , and still love my Mark VI.
