Max Roach

14/08/2025 0 min

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When it comes to polyrhythms in jazz, one name stands out—Max Roach. This pioneer of bebop and beyond used the drum kit like a full orchestra. He played multiple rhythms simultaneously, often inverting time signatures.Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.