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Jazz Saxophonist Stan Getz

Getz dropped out of school and went on the road at 15. He only took a few lessons on his instrument, instead learning on the road, playing with other musicians. He's been popular in both jazz and pop. His latest album is Apasionado.

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, September 24, 1990: Interview with Stan Getz; Review of Donald Brown's album "Sources of Inspiration"; Interview with Richard Ford; Review of the television show "Cop Rock…
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