The Osland Saxophone Quartet

The Osland Saxophone Quartet: Kentucky Roastup

by Jim Santella
January 1, 1999

Without a rhythm section, the Osland Saxophone Quartet has to rely on its baritone saxophonist for a pulse, as the others contribute to the harmony and melody. Executed properly, the soprano saxophone can sound delicate like a flute, articulate and firm like a clarinet, or swinging in the jazz idiom. Miles Osland does all three as he leads his quartet through arrangements that allow for individual expression within a framework that emphasizes their cohesiveness and their expert individual musicianship.

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