Jazz Greats: Charles Burrell

Charles Burrell (born Oct. 4, 1920)

Classical and Jazz Bass Player, Charles Burrell, is the first African American to be a member of a major American Symphony (The Denver Symphony). He began his tenure in 1938 and went on to be both  regarded for his work in Symphonies as well as in the Jazz genre. His work as a Jazz  Bassist from the 1950's onwards is highly regarded. He has taught and mentored others. He remains active; please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Jazz in Five Points

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Burrell_(musician)

Charles Burrell
Born	October 4, 1920(age 99) Toledo, Ohio, US
Genres	Jazz, Classical
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instruments	Bass
Years active	1938–present
Associated acts	San Francisco Symphony,Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Denver Symphony Orchestra, Don Ewell, Whiskey Blanket, Nellie Lutcher