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In what way did Eric Dolphy extend the vocabulary and boundaries of the alto saxophone?

  • By inventing a new type of saxophone

  • By playing it in a different way

  • By playing it more than any other instrument

  • By making unexpected musical leaps and turns

Answer

By making unexpected musical leaps and turns, Eric Dolphy extended the vocabulary and boundaries of the alto saxophone. His innovative approach challenged conventional playing styles and expanded the instrument's expressive capabilities, influencing future generations of saxophonists and shaping the evolution of jazz music.
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