Rick Margitza solo on “Invitation”

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Here is an amazing video of one of my favorite tenor saxophone players. His name is Rick Margitza. I first saw him when I was in high school and I went to the Syracuse Jazz Festival. This was in the early 80′s I believe. Flora Purim came out. I had never heard Read More…

Rick Margitza Solo-”What is this thing called love?”

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Here is a great solo that I transcribed a couple of years ago.  It’s from Jeff Helmer’s album “Peak Moments”.  The tune is a standard called “What is this thing called love?” and features Rick Margitza on tenor saxophone.   It’s a great tune by Cole Porter that all jazz players should know. It’s a Read More…