SONNY ROLLINS (Living legend) Jazz History #54

Within sight of his centenary, Sonny Rollins is one of the last jazz musicians of his generation, a direct and precious connection to the history of the music. Possessed of a drive and work ethic that few could rival, 'Newk' held and continues to hold himself to the highest standard. He wears with dignity and honor the title of living legend, one of the greatest tenor saxophonists of all time, a giant among giants. Sonny's legacy is too big to be contained in one episode, so the story will continue in Jazz History #55.

ABOUT THIS SERIES
The Jazz History series is a video adaptation of a PowerPoint presentation used to teach a university course in jazz history. It traces the roots of jazz from Ragtime at the turn of the 20th century to jazz-rock fusion at the end of the 1960s. You’ll find a lot more videos like this one in the JAZZ HISTORY playlist on this channel.

If you want to learn more about the nuts and bolts of playing jazz, check out the videos in the JAZZ TACTICS playlist. Here are a few suggestions:

JAZZ TACTICS SUGGESTIONS
Do You Speak Jazz?    • You ALREADY KNOW how to IMPROVISE (Jazz Ta...  
What Makes Jazz Jazz?    • TRADING FOURS WITH FREDDIE HUBBARD (SORT OF)  
Why I Can't Teach You Jazz    • WHY I CAN'T TEACH YOU JAZZ (a theoretical ...  
What's So Great About Chet Baker?    • TRADING FOURS WITH FREDDIE HUBBARD (SORT OF)  
Trading Fours With Freddie Hubbard    • TRADING FOURS WITH FREDDIE HUBBARD (SORT OF)  
Improvising on Rhythm Changes    • IMPROVISING ON RHYTHM CHANGES  

ABOUT THIS CHANNEL
On this channel, jazz trumpeter, educator and author Chase Sanborn offers information and advice for musicians and music appreciators.

PLAYLISTS
This link will take you to all the playlists on this channel:
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Because I do not own the copyright to the video clips, the jazz history series cannot be monetized. If you want to express appreciation for the work that has gone into producing this series, you can leave a tip by clicking the THANKS button on other videos on this channel. Thanks!

MORE INFORMATION
For more in-depth and personal information and instruction, check out Chase's books and online lesson options on his website:

http://www.chasesanborn.com