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Benny Golson (born January 25, 1929) [1] is an American bebop / hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger. [2] He came to prominence with the big bands of Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie, more as a writer than a performer, before launching his solo career.
Benny Golson, saxophone player and composer of such classics as 'Whisper Not!' and other jazz standards invites you to have a look at his website. You'll find new releases, a discography, his bio, stories about his childhood adventures with John Coltrane and more.
Turning Point is an album by saxophonist Benny Golson, featuring performances recorded in late 1962 and originally released on the Mercury label. [1] Background. This was the first of a pair of quartet recordings by Golson in two months. [2] .
This is the discography for American jazz musician Benny Golson . As leader. The Modern Touch ( Riverside, 1958) – recorded in 1957. The Other Side of Benny Golson (Riverside, 1958) Benny Golson and the Philadelphians ( United Artists, 1958) Benny Golson's New York Scene ( Contemporary, 1959) – recorded in 1957. Gone with Golson ( New Jazz, 1959)
Jun 20, 2024 · The tenor saxophonist Benny Golson is a bonafide jazz saxophone legend and the man responsible for some of the greatest jazz standards of all time. In this article, we’ll be taking a tour through some of his best recordings, both as a leader and sideman.
Benny Golson is an American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger. He came to prominence with the big bands of Lionel Hampton and Dizzy Gillespie, more...
Apr 9, 2024 · Saxophonist Benny Golson’s gift for composition and his connections to Philadelphia shaped the trajectory of jazz. At 95, Golson’s influence goes beyond a voice on the saxophone.
Sep 20, 2016 · Philadelphia has always been a cradle for outstanding jazz talent, though when it comes to durability surely none can match Benny Golson, who began playing seventy years ago. At 87, Golson—an NEA Jazz Master—still leads small ensembles and fronts big bands who play his charts.
May 3, 2007 · Saxophone player Benny Golson played with jazz greats Dizzy Gillespie and Art Blakey, and wrote music for the TV shows M*A*S*H and Mission Impossible....
Nov 17, 2021 · At 92 years young, tenor saxophonist Benny Golson is truly a living legend of American jazz. A native of Philadelphia, Golson got his start jamming with the likes of John Coltrane, Red Garland, Philly Joe Jones and the Heath Brothers.
