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Gilad Atzmon is an Israeli-born British jazz saxophonist, writer, and novelist born in 1963. He plays soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones, as well as clarinet and other instruments, and has led groups including the Orient House Ensemble. His music combines bebop with elements associated with Middle Eastern, North African, and Eastern European traditions. He has also performed and recorded with the Blockheads and is known for political and cultural writings that have generated controversy.
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Who is Gilad Atzmon?
Gilad Atzmon is an Israeli-born British jazz saxophonist, writer, and novelist born in 1963. He has worked across music and literature rather than only as a session instrumentalist.
Which saxophones does Gilad Atzmon play?
He plays soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones. He also plays clarinet and other instruments.
What group did Gilad Atzmon lead?
He led groups including the Orient House Ensemble. His music combines bebop with elements from other traditions.
What style of jazz is associated with Gilad Atzmon?
His music is associated with bebop blended with broader influences. The Orient House Ensemble is one example of his group-led work.
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