Saturday, 21 January 2017

Jazz Greats: Addison Farmer

Addison Farmer (August 21, 1928 – February 20, 1963)


Twin Brother of Art Farmer and Jazz Bassist, Addison Farmer, was active in the 1950's and 1960's Jazz scene working in various Orchestras and sideman to Jay McShann, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis and others.  He died suddenly while sleeping in 1963 at aged 34 years old. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday:  Moonglow and Stompin' at the Savoy

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Addison_Farmer
Background information
Name: Addison Farmer
Origin: Council Bluffs, Iowa, US
Label: PrestigeAtlantic, United Artist

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