Baritone Saxophonist, Andrew Hadro; Sculpting the Sound, Ep 256

Update: 2025-11-20

Description

In Episode 256 of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, Donna Schwartz sits down with the brilliantly innovative Andrew Hadro, whose approach to sound, texture, and baritone sax will leave you thinking long after the episode ends.

Below is a detailed timestamp guide to help you navigate the key highlights of our conversation with Andrew Hadro:

00:00 Inspiration behind his new album 'Arch Music'

08:44 Listen and reflect to 'Drone Warfare' part 1

12:17 Listen and reflect to 'Drone Warfare' part 2

14:45 Why Andrew disabled one key on his saxophone

17:58 What he did because he was bored with long tones

19:07 Listen and reflect to 'Drone Warfare' part 3

21:19 Free improvisation in a group setting

25:11 Listen and reflect to _______

31:18 His setup for recording

37:41 Why Andrew love his 100 year old Conn sax

41:42 Listen and reflect to _______

42:58 How to do multiphonics

48:01 Listen and reflect to _______

51:28 His musical background

01:00:14 Who fixes his horns

01:04:55 How he started the Jazz Bari sax site

01:17:09 Upcoming and future projects

Explore more about Andrew Hadro, his music, background, and socials, all in one place: https://saxophonepodcast.com/baritone-saxophonist-andrew-hadro-sculpting-the-sound-ep-256

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