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Dexter Gordon (February 27, 1923 – April 25, 1990) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. He was among the most influential early bebop musicians. Gordon's height was 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm), so he was also known as "Long Tall Dexter" and "Sophisticated Giant".
Dexter Gordon® is widely regarded as the first musician to translate the language of mid-20th century modern jazz - a.k.a. "bebop" to the tenor saxophone. Dexter Keith Gordon was born on February 27, 1923 in Los Angeles, California.
Nov 27, 2018 · Dexter Gordon was a bebop prodigy in the 1940s, was sidelined by drugs in the '50s. He moved to Europe in the '60s, came home in triumph in the '70s and starred in the film "Round...
Feb 27, 2012 · The official Dexter Gordon website. Merchandise, music, business info and more.
Dexter Gordon (born Feb. 27, 1923, Los Angeles, Calif., U.S.—died April 25, 1990, Philadelphia, Pa.) was an American bop tenor saxophonist. As a youth Gordon played the clarinet and alto saxophone, but the improvising of Lester Young inspired him to play the tenor saxophone exclusively.
Apr 25, 1990 · Dexter Gordon is the only jazz musician ever to have been nominated for an Academy Award. Since Dexter’s death on April 25, 1990, Maxine Gordon, Gordon’s widow and former manager and producer, has administered his personal archival collection and musical legacy.
Welcome to the official YouTube channel for legendary tenor saxophonist and Academy Award nominated actor, American jazz icon Dexter Gordon (1923-1990). http://DexterGordon.com
1 A Night in Tunisia -Dexter Gordon 2:102 What's New - Dexter Gordon 13:203 Blues Walk - Dexter Gordon 21:074 Second Balcony Jump - Dexter Gordon 32:155 You'...
Apr 25, 1990 · One of the outstanding tenor saxophonists in jazz history, and a major figure in bop known for his heavy doses of swing. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1940s - 1980s. Born. February 27, 1923 in Los Angeles, CA. Died. April 25, 1990 in Philadelphia, PA.
Apr 25, 1990 · Dexter Gordon was one of the leading bebop tenor saxophonists, with his near-vibratoless sound and prodigious ability to improvise. He was a strong influence on the tenor saxophonists who came after bebop, especially Sonny Rollins and John Coltrane.
