Rudresh Mahanthappa: A melting pot of jazz from a childhood saxophone

From The Globe and Mail:

Rudresh Mahanthappa may be the least traditional traditionalist in jazz. Along with pianist Vijay Iyer and guitarist Rez Abbasi, the alto saxophonist is perhaps best-known for his efforts to incorporate elements of Indian classical improvisation into jazz. But he has also made it clear, through recordings with musicians as diverse as drummer Jack DeJohnette and saxophonist Bunky Green, that he’s equally at home with the standard jazz vernacular.