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Johnny Hodges

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American alto saxophonist (1907-1970)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1906 to 1970 · aged 63
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John Cornelius "Johnny" Hodges was an American alto saxophonist, best known for solo work with Duke Ellington's big band. He played lead alto in the saxophone section for many years. Hodges was also featured on soprano saxophone, but refused to play soprano after 1940.

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In performance: Hodges with Ellington, Frankfurt, Germany, February 6, 1965.In performance: Hodges with Ellington, Frankfurt, Germany, February 6, 1965.

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John Cornelius "Johnny" Hodges was an American alto saxophonist, best known for solo work with Duke Ellington's big band. He played lead alto in the saxophone section for many years. Hodges was also featured on soprano saxophone, but refused to play soprano after 1940. Along with Benny Carter, Hodges is considered to be one of the definitive alto saxophone players of the big band era.

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United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1906 to 1970 · aged 63
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