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This Selmer Series III alto has a history. It belonged to the legendary Ethiopian saxophonist Theodros “Teddy” Mitiku. I am selling it on behalf of his widow. Please note that while I am a saxophone dealer I am taking no fee for its sale and 100% of the proceeds after ebay/paypal fees will go to her.


The horn is #619xxx. Physically it is in solid shape and was well cared for. There is a dent in the bow and the bell rim has been straightened. The neck had damage and repair but no pull down and has no playing issues.


It was recently dissasembled, cleaned and adjusted in preparation for sale. The pads are old and while the horn is playing it is not up to its potential. You might be able to start swapping pads out one by one but really it needs a standard overhaul and it will be ready for years of serious use. I intentionally show in the video that I'm struggling with it a bit. You should plan at the least on having several pads changed and ideally have them all done. The tone is rich and full and will work well in a wide variety of playing situations. Classical players can use them but so can jazz and R+B players, I know several who do.


Case is a black, hardshell contoured Pro Tec in good clean used condition.


Saxophonist Theodros "Teddy" Mitiku, who was born on November 21, 1955, and passed away on December 22nd, 2013. He was one of the most talented and versatile Ethiopian musicians of his generation. Teddy was a member of the legendary Soul Ekos Band—the first independent musical ensemble to be recorded in Ethiopia. He was also the cornerstone of many other famous bands formed in Ethiopia in the 1960s and '70s. His instrumental renditions have been continuously popular. Teddy had a unique style beloved by Ethiopians.

During his long career, Teddy performed with numerous top Ethiopian musicians, including the legendary singer Tilahun Gessesse, and the "father of Ethio-jazz" Mulatu Astatke. He was also a member of the Ibex Band, as one half of the group's two-saxophone horn section on the classic Mahmoud Ahmed record Ere Mela Mela.

He emigrated to the USA in 1983.

Teddy Mitiku is survived by his wife of 22 years, Meaza Bezu, a daughter, Makeda, and his brother, the renowned musician Teshome Mitiku.








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On Feb-02-12 at 19:03:21 PST, seller added the following information: