Carlos Averhoff

Carlos Averhoff (born December 6, 1947 in Matanzas) is a Cuban jazz musician primarily known for playing tenor saxophone. He has been called "Carlos Averhoff 'Sax'". He is currently based in Miami, Florida. In Cuba he initially had classical training. In 1973 he replaced Paquito D'Rivera at the "Orquesta Cubana de Música Moderna (OCMM)" as the government had declared him "reactionary."[1] He is also involved in Timba music. His son Carlos Averhoff, Jr "Sax" is also a musician.[2]

Teaching career

Averhoff has been Professor of Music at Florida International University School of Music in Miami, Florida. He also serves as Professor of Saxophone at Miami-Dade College. In this position he has taught hundreds of saxophonists, many who have gone on to become teachers in their own right. His students teach and perform in teaching and performing positions throughout the world.

His students include:

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