Wardell Gray was an superb Saxophonist that added a distinct sound to Bebop; thou not highly recognized he was one of the Greatest. Please take a listen here and have a nice Saturday: The Chase (With Dexter Gordon) and Twisted
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wardell_Gray
| Background information | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 13, 1921 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States |
| Origin | Detroit, Michigan, United States |
| Died | May 25, 1955 (aged 34) Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Genres | Jazz, swing, bebop |
| Occupations | Tenor saxophonist |
| Instruments | Tenor saxophone, clarinet |
| Years active | 1940–1955 |
| Associated acts | Earl Hines, Benny Goodman,Count Basie, Dexter Gordon |
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