Bill Evans

Jazz fusion, Musical Artist

1958 –

61

Who is Bill Evans?

William D. "Bill" Evans is an American jazz saxophonist. His father was a classical piano prodigy and until junior high school Evans studied classical clarinet. Early in his studies he was able to hear such artists as Sonny Stitt and Stan Getz live at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago. He attended Hinsdale Central High School and studied with tenor saxophonist Vince Micko. His stylistic influences are wide ranging and include players such as Sonny Rollins, Joe Henderson, John Coltrane, Stan Getz, Steve Grossman, and Dave Liebman. He has stated that although he never transcribed solos, he was able to get a very deep intuitive feel and understanding of each of these players' styles.

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Born
Feb 8, 1958
Clarendon Hills
Also known as
  • Evans, Bill
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • William Paterson University
  • Hinsdale Central High School
  • University of North Texas

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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