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Nino Tempo, Who Topped the Charts With ‘Deep Purple,’ Dies at 90

He was a busy session saxophonist, but he is probably best known for the Grammy-winning pop hit that he sang in 1963 as half of a duo act with his sister, April Stevens.

By Daniel E. Slotnik

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Yasuaki Shimizu, a Japanese Sax Master, Takes North America

The composer and saxophonist Yasuaki Shimizu is at home in free jazz, classical and art pop. Finally touring North America, he’s going big by staying small.

By Walker Mimms

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Claire Daly, Master of the Baritone Saxophone, Dies at 66

She was celebrated for both her playing and her love of the jazz community. “My life in music,” she said recently, “is the smartest thing I’ve done.”

By Giovanni Russonello

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James Chance, No Wave and Punk-Funk Pioneer, Dies at 71

With the Contortions and James White and the Blacks, the songwriter and saxophonist set out to challenge musicians and stir up audiences.

By Jon Pareles