DESCRIPTION:
In this interview from backstage at the Newport Jazz Festival, saxophonist James Carter talks about his love and appreciation for Don Byas, and how he came to own (and play) one of Byas' saxophones.

This video interview was done for JazzTimes backstage at the Newport Jazz Festival. Interview by Irene Lee. Video production by Paul Park. Editing by Lee Mergner & Melissa Mergner.

For more information about James Carter, go to www.jamescarterlive.com

For more information about the Newport Jazz Festival, go to www.newportjazzfest.org

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