The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Monday, 10 June 2019

Tribute Mondays: Benny Waters

Benjamin Waters (Jan. 23, 1902, Brighton, Baltimore, Maryland – Aug. 11, 1998, Columbia, Maryland) 

Jazz Saxophonist and Clarinetist, Benny Waters, began on Organs before switching to Clarinet and Saxophone. From the 1920's onwards he worked with King Oliver, Fletcher Henderson and others and also led his own Band. His career lasted for many years, going up to his 95th birthday. He died in 1998; thanks for your contribution Mr. Waters, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a lovely Monday:  When you are smiling and Blue Waters


Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benny_Waters

Background information 
BornJanuary 23, 1902
Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.
DiedAugust 11, 1998
Columbia, Maryland
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsSaxophone

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