Jazz Articles about Andrew Beals

Andrew Beals: Gravy Train

by Elliott Simon
April 19, 2008

Andrew Beals Gravy Train NASMusic 2008

For half a century, saxophonists have gravitated toward Hammond B3-led bands to hone their chops. The demands of the “chitlin' circuit" combined with those burnin' B3 lines create the perfect musical training ground. Consequently, some of the sagest advice for an aspiring musician is simply, “If you want to really learn your instrument go play with a B3."

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