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- Cecil_Leeson comment "Cecil Leeson (16 Dec 1902 North Dakota – 17 April 1989), a musician and teacher, was widely credited with establishing the saxophone as a legitimate concert instrument.In 1937, Mr. Leeson was the first saxophonist to play at Town Hall in New York City. He was also one of the first saxophonists to appear as a soloist with major American symphony orchestras.".