[Dixielandjazz] Sidney's Vibrato

[Stan Brager]

Somewhere, a long time ago, an article explained Sidney Bechet's vibrato
when he played the soprano sax was because the early sopranos were had
difficulties staying in tune. As I aged, it was more difficult to accept
that explanation. Now, I'm faced with an hour class lecture on Sidney Bechet
for a friend's jazz class. Can someone confirm or deny the vibrato story?

 

Thanks;

 

Stan

Stan Brager