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Zoot Sims

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American jazz saxophonist

United StatesMusiciansLived 1925 to 1985 · aged 59
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John Haley "Zoot" Sims was an American jazz saxophonist, playing mainly tenor but also alto saxophone. He first gained attention in the "Four Brothers" sax section of Woody Herman's big band, afterward enjoying a long solo career, often in partnership with fellow saxmen Gerry Mulligan and Al Cohn.

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Sims at Keystone Korner, San Francisco, California, 1983Sims at Keystone Korner, San Francisco, California, 1983

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About this person

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1925 to 1985 · aged 59
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22 languages

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