Teo Macero

Teo Macero was an American jazz saxophonist, composer, and record producer, best known for his work with Miles Davis. As a producer, he played a key role in shaping the sound of jazz and jazz fusion during the 1950s and 1960s. Macero was innovative in editing and mixing recordings, often using innovative techniques like tape splicing to create new textures and structures in music. His work helped transform jazz into a more experimental and studio-centered art form, influencing countless musicians and the development of modern jazz and related genres.