| Saxophonist/multi-reedist
Mel Martin has proven to be one of the most
versatile and creative musicians to emerge from the San Francisco Bay Area.
His unique abilities as an improviser, arranger and composer have brought
him together with music legends as diverse as Carlos Santana, Boz Scaggs,
Dizzy Gillespie and Benny Carter. As a leader, his work has been documented
on several brilliant recordings. In performance Mel displays a rare combination
of fiery soloing abilities and telepathic communication and projects a joyously
spirited vibrancy to his audiences.
Featuring Yanagisawa’s latest mechanical improvements, the remarkable
sterling silver T-9937 model takes its place among the saxophone-maker’s
current top-line instruments. Solid sterling silver construction throughout
imparts remarkable richness and carrying power along with exceptional
intonation and even response in all registers and at all dynamics. Yanagisawa’s
renowned advanced keywork allows for comfortable, effortless fingering.
As beautiful to the eye as to the ear, the T-9937 model boasts meticulous
hand-engraving on body, bell, neckpipe and keys.
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