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Ricky Ford

7.29

Good

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Saxophonist American Tenor Jazz Post Bop Mainstream

description Ricky Ford Overview

American tenor saxophonist born 1954, worked with Charles Mingus in the 1970s and has since led many recordings rooted in hard bop and post-bop traditions.

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Ricky Ford ranks #117 of 157 in the Saxophonist ranking, behind Carlos Garnett, ahead of Tia Fuller.

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How good is Ricky Ford?

Ricky Ford scores 7.29/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Saxophonist category. Mingus sideman and durable hard-bop tenor; respected, but not widely ranked among major innovators.

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With a score of 7.29/10, Ricky Ford is a solid option in Saxophonist. See all Saxophonist ranked.

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