2.4K views · 21 reactions | Celebrating the legendary Harry Carney on his birthday! As Duke Ellington’s longest-serving band member, Carney revolutionized the baritone saxophone, shaping the sound of jazz for over four decades. His deep, resonant tone and seamless phrasing were essential to Ellington’s music. #harrycarney #barisaxophone #baritone #jazz #jazzlegends #saxophone #sophisticatedlady | Better Sax | Facebook

Remembering the great Cat Anderson who was born on this day in 1916. Anderson was known for his for his wide range, especially his ability to play in the altissimo register. He was able to perform his high-note solos without a microphone, while other members of a big band were usually amplified for their solos. He played with Duke Ellington’s band from 1944 to 1971 and in addition to his work on trumpet, Anderson was a very skilled arranger and composer. He performed his own compositions “El Gat