Adolphe Sax
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About
Musical instrument maker who created a new instrument called the saxophone at the behest of the Belgian king.
Before Fame
He already created improved versions of the flute and clarinet by the age of 15.
Trivia
He first showed the world his new musical instrument at the 1841 Brussels Exhibition.
Family Life
He was employed by his father's musical instrument workshop, picking up the tricks of the trade at a very early age.
Associated With
His invention was used by many musicians, such as John Coltrane, to create musical masterpieces.
