You got to play the flute as a flute, like that. You can’t play like a tenor concept on soprano; it sounds wrong. But some guys do it, and they think it’s O.K., but not so!
Jerome Richardson Quotes
What I'd like to get across is try your best to be yourself. I realize there are those who are much further along than you are; there are stars, but learn to be who you are and to play yourself. Be confident in that fact.
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| Birth: | 15th November, 1920 |
| Death: | 23rd June, 2000 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Musician |
About
Jerome Richardson was born in Oakland, California, USA. He was an American jazz musician, tenor saxophonist and flute player. He played with Charles Mingus, Lionel Hampton, the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Big Band, Kenny Burrell, and later with Earl Hines' small band. His albums list shown below: Midnight Oil, Groove Merchant, Jazz Station Runaway, Roamin' With Richardson, Going to the Movies, Essential Jazz Masters, and Caravan.
