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J. J. Johnson (January 22, 1924 – February 4, 2001), born James Louis Johnson and also known as Jay Jay Johnson, was an American jazz trombonist, composer and arranger. Johnson was one of the earliest trombonists to embrace bebop.
Jan 22, 2018 · James Louis Johnson (January 22, 1924 – February 4, 2001) was an American jazz trombonist, composer and arranger. Johnson was one of the earliest trombonists to embrace bebop. After studying...
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J.J. Johnson (born Jan. 22, 1924, Indianapolis, Ind., U.S.—died Feb. 4, 2001, Indianapolis) was an American jazz composer and one of the genre’s most influential trombonists. Johnson received early training as a pianist, and at age 14 he began to study the trombone.
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Feb 4, 2001 · Learn about the life and career of J.J. Johnson, a jazz trombonist, composer, and arranger who was honored by the National Endowment for the Arts in 1996. Explore his discography, influences, and achievements in jazz and film scoring.
May 23, 2018 · Learn about the life and career of J.J. Johnson, a visionary jazz trombonist who pioneered the bebop style and composed for film and television. Explore his discography, influences, and legacy in this comprehensive article.
Jan 18, 2024 · Trombonist J.J. Johnson was a bebop pioneer on his instrument, a leader of many outstanding small-group hardbop dates, and a notable composer as well whose works sometimes ventured into the...
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Learn about J.J. Johnson, the finest jazz trombonist of all time, who played with Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis and more. Explore his recordings, compositions and awards on Blue Note Records.
