On the eve of his Free Noise tour with Yellow Swans, Burning Star Core and more, saxophonist Evan Parker is still seeking out new applications for his formidable circular breathing techniques. Now in his sixties, the veteran of 1960s music liberation struggles talks about his ongoing work with his Electro-Acoustic Ensemble, Spring Heel Jack, Alex von Schlippenbach and others, plus his relationship with former Incus partner Derek Bailey. Words: Philip Clark. Photography: Ivan Jones
