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Lonnie Johnson

American blues and jazz singer, guitarist, violinist and songwriter (1899-1970) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 71

Alonzo "Lonnie" Johnson was an American blues and jazz singer, guitarist, violinist and songwriter. He was a pioneer of jazz guitar and jazz violin and is recognized as the first to play an electrically amplified violin.

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1899 to 1970 · aged 71

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