1993
Search results
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.
Still the quintessential entertainer even though he is no longer blowing his sax, Lou Donaldson gives the classic roasts his fans love to hear at his 96th Birthday Celebration in November at Dizzy's NYC in 2022 as Jerry Weldon, Champian Fulton & Akiko Tsuruga enjoy!
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...
Lou Donaldson. Prolific jazz saxophonist whose work earned late recognition as some of the best groove-laden soul jazz. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1950s - 2010s. Born. November 1, 1926 in Badin, NC. Genre.
Lou Donaldson has long been an excellent bop altoist influenced by Charlie Parker, but with a more blues-based style of his own. His distinctive tone has been heard in a variety of small-group settings, and he has recorded dozens of worthy and spirited (if somewhat predictable) sets throughout the years.
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.
Related searches
