Saxophonist Sonny Rollins performs (and breaks his heel) in upstate New York (1986) (opens in new tab)

This improvised 1986 summer solo by legendary American tenor saxophonist and composer Sonny Rollins is well-known for two reasons. First, it’s a wonderful example of why jazz critics have described Rollins as a full-throated improviser, weaving familiar melodies into his spontaneous performances. Listen closely to this mid-concert solo for tunes...