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Lou Donaldson (born November 1, 1926) is an American retired jazz alto saxophonist. He is best known for his soulful, bluesy approach to playing the alto saxophone, although in his formative years he was heavily influenced by Charlie Parker, as were many during the bebop era.
Jan 14, 2020 · “My first impulse is always to describe Lou Donaldson as the greatest alto saxophonist in the world.” The New York Sun, January 2007
Jul 28, 2023 · On July 28, 1958, a 31-year-old alto saxophonist called Lou Donaldson went into Van Gelder Studio, in New Jersey, to record Blues Walk, a six-track LP released by Blue Note Records that many...
Jazz critics agree that “Sweet Poppa Lou” Donaldson is one of the greatest alto saxophonists of all time. His musicianship, humor, and showmanship has earned him international acclaim as a performer with a worldwide following.
Aug 2, 2023 · Lou Donaldson is an alto saxophonist who spent virtually his entire career at one label: Blue Note. Bigger names have recorded on Blue Note--Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Sonny Rollins--but none so extensively, from the 1950s to '70s.
Lou Donaldson Live at New Morning (full album) Line-Up: Lou Donaldson - Saxophone Dr. Lonnie Smith - Organ Randy Johnston - Guitar Fukushi Tainaka - Drums Tracklist: 01. Gravy Train 02.
When it comes to a jazzy soulful groove, it doesn't get much groovier than Lou Donaldson. His distinctive blues-drenched alto has been a bopping force in jazz for more than six decades.
