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Soprano/Alto/Tenor Saxophone
Lou Marini, Jr. (aka "Blue Lou") (born May 13, 1945) is an American saxophonist, arranger and composer. He is noted for his work in the jazz, rock, blues and soul music traditions.
Lou attended the University of North Texas, where he played in the famed One O'Clock Lab Band. Following graduation, he gigged as a professional musician and eventually became a member of Blood, Sweat and Tears. He was a member of the Saturday Night Live house band from 1975 to 1983 and appeared in the movie The Blues Brothers and in the sequel, Blues Brothers 2000, playing the part of "Blue Lou" (a name given to him by Dan Aykroyd). He also played on Frank Zappa's 1977 album Zappa in New York, and has worked with a diverse range of artists such as Dionne Warwick, Maureen McGovern, Deodato, Steely Dan, James Taylor, Aerosmith, the Buddy Rich Big Band, and the Woody Herman Orchestra.
Lou has performed and recorded with: Blood, Sweat and Tears, Buddy Rich Band,, Woody Herman Orchestra, Saturday Night Live Band,, The Blues Brothers,, James Taylor Band, Steely Dan,, Frank Zappa,, Magic City Jazz Orchestra among many others.
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