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Walter Parazaider, the saxophonist and co-founder of the rock group Chicago, has died.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

He also admired alto saxophonist and R&B pioneer Louis Jordan.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Porter formed close friendships and musical connections with saxophonist Kamasi Washington, multi-instrumentalist Terrace Martin, bassist Thundercat and the key players that would later form the West Coast Get Down.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Matt Kalin is a teacher and pro saxophonist who has shared the stage with legends like Social Distortion and Louis Bellson.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

We would walk around the features department singing “Polka Dots and Moonbeams” and “It’s You or No One” by saxophonist Dexter Gordon.

From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride