Died On This Date (October 4, 2008) Al Gallodoro / Jazz Musician

Al Gallodoro
June 20, 1913 – October 4, 2008

Al Gallodoro was a jazz saxophonist whose career began in the 1920s and spanned nearly eight decades until just prior to his death in 2008.  He is best remembered for his association with Paul Whiteman, playing in his orchestra from 1936 to 1940.  He went on to play bass clarinet in NBC’s Symphony Orchestra.  Gallodoro made his final appearance on September 20, 2008 and then passed away 2 weeks later at the age of 95.