Posted 10 Mar 2017 Jazz From Blue Lake celebrated the short life of tenor saxophonist Herschal Evans last night, the original “Texas Tenorman” who played a key role in the Count Basie Orchestra of the 1930’s, the “old testament” band. Evans big Coleman Hawkins-inspired sound was as a foil to the melodic rhythms of tenor saxophonist Lester Young. Hear for yourself, on-line right now under “Jazz From Blue Lake,” here: www.bluelake.org/ondemand Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 12 Mar 2017 Is that the official, historically definite spelling of his first name according to latest research? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 22 Mar 2017 ah crap: good catch. It's "Herschel." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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