Saturday, 9 July 2016

Jazz Greats: Lou Donaldson

Lou Donaldson (born November 1, 1926)


Jazz Alto Saxophonist, Bandleader and Composer, Lou Donaldson, has worked on many projects during his over 5 decades tenure in the industry. His Soulful technique has added immensely to classics done by Clifford Brown, Philly Joe Jones, Thelonious Monk, Milt Jackson and others. He also released solo efforts; please take a listen here and have a great Saturday:  Autumn and Nocturne and Blues walk

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lou_Donaldson
Background information
BornNovember 1, 1926 (age 89)
BadinNorth Carolina
United States
GenresBebophard bopjazz blues,soul jazz
Occupation(s)Bandleadercomposer,saxophonist
InstrumentsAlto saxophone
Years active1952–present
Associated actsMilt JacksonClifford BrownArt BlakeyJimmy SmithLonnie Smith

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