circular breathing
Britishnoun
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Legendary British saxophonist Evan Parker sits in with the group, using his signature circular breathing techniques to help elevate the groove to an even more ecstatic place.
From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2021
Dickson's playing has been helped by use of "circular breathing".
From Reuters • Aug. 19, 2014
The Qi Gong circular breathing practice goes great with When the Levee Breaks.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2014
He later demonstrated the circular breathing technique that makes it possible, humorously describing himself as a human bagpipe.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 27, 2012
Playing bass saxophone and occasionally alto, he uses fingers, breath, extended techniques — including circular breathing, overblown multiphonics and vocalizing while playing — and sheer astonishing stamina to perform.
From New York Times • Apr. 17, 2011
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