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Bob Mintzer

A versatile soloist influenced by Michael Brecker on tenor, Bob Mintzer gained knowledge using Deodato, Tito Puente (1974), Pal Rich, Hubert Laws and regulations, as well as the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra (1977). Furthermore to leading his very own bands beginning in 1978, Mintzer caused Jaco Pastorius, Mike Mainieri, Louie …

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