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Now on a transatlantic rite of passage

Julian Siegel, an award-winning young British saxophonist, has reversed the usual trend by hiring two seasoned American sidekicks � and to great musical effect, reports Rob Adams .

Julian Siegel has reversed a trend. In jazz it has long been the practice for visiting saxophonists from the US to tour the UK with local rhythm sections.