Benny Golson

Benny Golson (born January 25, 1929) is an American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger.[1] He was a member of Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie led bands. Golson is known for co-founding and co-leading The Jazztet with trumpeter Art Farmer in 1959. His best known song is "I Remember Clifford".

Benny Golson
Golson playing in New York City, 2006
Golson playing in New York City, 2006
Background information
Born (1929-01-25) January 25, 1929
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
GenresJazz, bebop, hard bop
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, arranger
InstrumentsTenor saxophone

References
  1. Allmusic
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