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Joe Henderson – Multiple

Multipleis an album by American saxophonist Joe Henderson, released in 1973 on Milestone.

The AllMusic review by Vincent Thomas awarded the album 4.5 stars stating “Multiple is a bellwether album for jazz fans.”

Personnel: Joe Henderson – tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, percussion, flutes, vocals Larry Willis – electric piano, ring modulator, Echoplex James Ulmer, John Thomas  – guitar Dave Holland – bass, electric bass Jack DeJohnette – drums Arthur Jenkins – congas, percussion

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Happy heavenly birthday to Joe Henderson.

JOE HENDERSON – LUSH LIFE: THE MUSIC OF BILLY STRAYHORN

Lush Life: The Music of Billy Strayhorn is an album by jazz saxophonist Joe Henderson. Composed of songs written by Billy Strayhorn, the album was a critical and commercial success, leading to the first of three Grammy Awards Henderson would receive while under contract with Verve Records. The album had sold nearly 90,000 copies at the time of Henderson’s death in 2001 and has been re-released by Verve, Polygram, and in hybrid SACD format by Universal .

Personnel: Joe Henderson – tenor saxophone Wynton Marsalis – trumpet Stephen Scott – piano Christian McBride – bass Gregory Hutchinson – drums

Reception.

The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4½ stars and stated:” This memorable outing succeeded both artistically and commercially and is highly recommended.”

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April 24: Tenor Sax & Jazz Masters

A legendary day for tenor sax and hard bop — featuring some of the most influential jazz voices.

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Joe Henderson and Woody Shaw – Jazz Patterns

Jazz Patterns is an album by saxophonist Joe Henderson and trumpeter Woody Shaw, assembled from previously unreleased tracks of Henderson’s Quintet’s live recordings for If You’re Not Part of the Solution, You’re Part of the Problem in September 1970.

Track listing: All tracks are written by Joe Henderson except where noted.

1. “Invitation” Bronisław KaperPaul Francis Webster 15:18 2. “Punjab” (mislabeled as “Lofty” on 1982 release) 9:05 3. “Power to the People” (mislabeled as “What’s Mine Is Yours” on 1982 release) 17:22

Personnel: Joe Henderson – tenor saxophone Woody Shaw – trumpet, flugelhorn George Cables – electric piano Ron McClure – double bass, electric bass Lenny White – drums

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Released: 1982 Recorded: September 24–26, 1970 Venue: Lighthouse Café, Hermosa Beach, California Length: 41:45 Label: Everest Real: Gone Music

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JOE HENDERSON — LEGENDARY JAZZ SAXOPHONIST INTERVIEW (1993)

A rare interview from 1993 with acclaimed jazz tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson, one of the most influential voices in modern jazz. In this candid conversation, Henderson reflects on his musical journey, artistic philosophy, and the evolution of his sound during a pivotal period in his career — shortly after the release of his tribute album So Near, So Far (Musings for Miles), which highlighted his deep connection to jazz tradition and innovation.

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ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM & JOE HENDERSON – DESAFINADO

From Carnegie Hall Salutes The Jazz Masters (1994)

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Joe Henderson – Our Thing

Our Thing is the second album by American jazz tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson on Blue Note. It features performances by Henderson, trumpeter Kenny Dorham, pianist Andrew Hill, drummer Pete La Roca and bassist Eddie Khan of originals by Henderson and Dorham.

Joe Henderson – tenor saxophone Kenny Dorham – trumpet Andrew Hill – piano Eddie Khan – bass Pete La Roca – drums

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"I consider it one of the worst sins a musician could possibly commit, to play an idea more than one time. You've got to keep changing things around, keep inventing. I came into it thinking of change as a constant thing." Joe Henderson