Andy Sheppard - The Talking Saxophone

Brilliant BBC documentary on UK saxophonist Andy Sheppard and how he began his incredible career - from humble beginnings busking on the streets of Paris to becoming one of the worlds finest modern saxophonists today.

[@pederlong1784]

Thanks Andy for your energy

[@twowheelsgoodbrum1077]

Wonderful documentary with some great music. I remember watching it at the time. Thank you for giving me the opportunity again.

[@twowheelsgoodbrum1077]

The Talking Saxophone First broadcast: Thu 17th Nov 1988, 23:20 on BBC Two England A Portrait of Andy Sheppard Two years ago Andy Sheppard could be seen busking on the streets of Bath and Bristol. Now he packs the Colston Hall , has been voted the most promising musician of the year, has produced a best-selling album and is currently touring Europe, Japan and the US. His rise to stardom has been remarkable. But behind it lies the story of a man's total dedication to his saxophone. Picture editor ROB HARRINGTON Producer CAROLINE MAYNARI )

[@macthesax]

Loved every second of this..... Has come as a Gift. More inspiration. Thanks for your posts uk Saxplayer

[@michaelosullivan9339]

Been looking for this for years

[@uksaxplayer]

Hey Michael - It's great isn't it? I also have Mavis on 4 with Andy and Ronnie Scott - will post soon.

[@bobblues1158]

Great! I played on the same venue as Andy at the Roskilde Festival in Denmark ( when they had jazz. In a small tent well away from the Pop music area) way back, probably the time this interview/documentary was made. I play tenor and soprano also. I really dug his playing. It is real if you know what I mean.

[@magnusparsons5392]

So strange how they don't mention Sphere with Andy and Geoff Williams. So many great nights listening to that band in Bristol in the early eighties.

[@Zxx459]

Jive playing