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Ken Jacobs

Born in Texas City and grew up in Houston, graduating from the Univ. of Texas, 1966. Studied musical performance, Berklee School of Music, 1973-5 and studies privately with Andy McGhee, John Handy, and Noel Jewkes. Moved to New Orleans in 1980 and lived there until August 2005 (Katrina). Was well-known band leader and sideman there. Played live with the O'Jays, the Temptations, Frankie Ford, the Dells, Willie Nelson, Earl King, and many more. Now residing in San Rafael, CA.

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Ken Jacobs: New York Ghetto Fishmarket 1903

Read "Ken Jacobs: New York Ghetto Fishmarket 1903" reviewed by Brad Glanden


Ken Jacobs New York Ghetto Fishmarket 1903 Tzadik 2007

What elevates New York Ghetto Fishmarket 1903 above the amateur work of young hopefuls with movie-editing software is the fact that Ken Jacobs, a septuagenarian staple of American avant-garde cinema, is a master of deconstruction. His Tom Tom the Piper's Son (1969-71) famously subjects a vintage 10-minute silent film to two hours' worth of dissecting and dismantling, only to have the viewer return to the ...

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Primary Instrument

Saxophone

Willing to teach

Intermediate to advanced

Credentials/Background

Have taught saxophone students for over 35 years. Charge: $35 for 45 minute lesson. Availability is open.

Music

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