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Lew Tabackin

7.69

Good

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Saxophonist American Tenor Jazz Mainstream Flute

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Lew Tabackin is an American jazz musician known for both tenor saxophone and flute. Born in 1940, he co-led the Toshiko Akiyoshi-Lew Tabackin Big Band with pianist and composer Toshiko Akiyoshi, whose arrangements gave the ensemble a distinctive place in modern big-band jazz. Tabackin is recognized for a robust tenor sound and a contrasting flute approach influenced by classical technique, and his work is relevant to listeners of mainstream, post-bop, and large-ensemble jazz.

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Lew Tabackin ranks #65 of 157 in the Saxophonist ranking, behind John Handy, ahead of Hank Crawford.

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Lew Tabackin scores 7.69/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Saxophonist category. Strong tenor-flute voice and Akiyoshi big-band co-leader; high musician respect, moderate popular recognition.

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