Died On This Date (July 12, 1947) Jimmie Lunceford / Jazz Great
themusicsover Jimmie Lunceford June 6, 1902 – July 12, 1947 Jimmie Lunceford played the alto saxophone and lead his own swing…
Died On This Date (July 12, 2003) Benny Carter / Jazz Great
Benny Carter August 8, 1907 – July 12, 2003 Benny Carter was a premier jazz horn player for over 60…
Died On This Date (July 7, 2008) Bobby Durham / Drummer; Played With Ella Fitzgerald
Bobby Durham February 3, 1937 – July 7, 2008 Bobby Durham was a versatile jazz drummer who began his career…
Died On This Date (June 27, 2009) Jackie Washington / Canadian Jazz & Blues Icon
Jackie Washington November 12, 1919 – June 27, 2009 Jackie Washington was one of those artists that was referred to…
Died On This Date (May 31, 1967) Billy Strayhorn / Jazz Great
Billy Strayhorn November 29, 1915 – May 31, 1967 Billy Strayhorn was a jazz composer and musician who is most…