Ed Palermo
Zappa Jazz Maestro
Ed Palermo leads his innovative big band, renowned for audacious arrangements of Frank Zappa's complex music and his own eclectic compositions.
JazzBig BandProgressive Rock
About
Ed Palermo is an American saxophonist, composer, and arranger, best known for leading the Ed Palermo Big Band. His ensemble has gained critical acclaim for its unique interpretations of Frank Zappa's extensive catalog, alongside original works and arrangements of other artists.
Music Style
His music blends the power and intricacy of a jazz big band with the avant-garde spirit of progressive rock, featuring complex harmonies, rhythmic shifts, and a distinctive sense of humor.
Background
- Hometown
- Bronx, New York, USA
- Education
- Crane School of Music, Berklee College of Music
- Instruments
- saxophone (alto)
- Active
- 1970s-present
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Notable Collaborations
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