American composer and multi-instrumentalist (saxophonist) known for pioneering solo saxophone work and avant-garde jazz.

Born June 4, 1945, in Chicago. Associated with the AACM. Released the landmark solo album For Alto (1969). Collaborated with musicians including Dave Holland, Barry Altschul, George Lewis, William Parker and Milford Graves.

Three DeBaser reviews present Braxton as a radical, sometimes disconcerting innovator: For Alto is described as hallucinatory solo saxophone, Beyond Quantum as a hypnotic trio of shamans, and Live as challenging composed music performed with longtime collaborators. Reviews emphasize intensity, originality, and the need for patient listening.

For:Adventurous jazz listeners and fans of free/improvised music

 If you have neighbors with heart conditions, nervous disorders, or even those simply inclined to call 911, forget about listening to this "stuff" at high volume... only do it if the conditions allow, or if you are prepared for the worst!

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 If it were a language, it would be universal, easy to listen to, without meanings, free from interpretations, a primitive communication or perhaps posthumous to humanity.

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 Braxton is a first-rate musician, wonderfully in symbiosis with his instruments, gifting us sounds generously for those who know how to collect them patiently.

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