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Lol Coxhill (1932–2012) was a British soprano and sopranino saxophonist known for his work in free improvisation and avant-garde jazz. Active from the 1960s onward, he became recognizable as a street performer on London's South Bank and collaborated with a wide range of musicians, including Kevin Ayers, Fred Frith, and the Dedication Orchestra. Coxhill released numerous albums on labels such as Emanem and Ogun, and his playing encompassed idiomatic jazz, free improvisation, and experimental rock.
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Lol Coxhill was a British soprano and sopranino saxophonist. He became known for free improvisation and avant-garde jazz from the 1960s onward.
When did Lol Coxhill live?
Lol Coxhill lived from 1932 to 2012. His career covered several decades of experimental jazz and improvised music.
Where was Lol Coxhill known to perform?
He became recognizable as a street performer on London's South Bank. He also worked in formal concert and avant-garde jazz settings.
What kind of music did Lol Coxhill make?
Coxhill worked mainly in free improvisation and avant-garde jazz. He collaborated with a wide range of musicians while maintaining a distinctive soprano-saxophone voice.
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