Tommy Douglas (clarinetist)
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Tommy Douglas | |
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Born | January 9, 1906 Eskridge, Kansas, U.S. |
Died | March 9, 1965 (aged 59) South Dakota, U.S. |
Genres | Jazz |
Instruments | Clarinet, alto saxophone |
Tommy Douglas (January 9, 1906 – March 9, 1965) was an American jazz clarinetist, bandleader, and reed instrumentalist.
Early life and education
Douglas was born in Eskridge, Kansas. He taught himself clarinet and saxophone in school and later attended the Boston Conservatory from 1924 to 1928.[1]
Career
During his career, Douglas was known for his work as a sideman for Jelly Roll Morton and Bennie Moten. He was also an accomplished bandleader, showcasing such talent in his bands as Charlie Parker and Jo Jones, among others. He also performed with Captain Woolmack's Band and the Clarence Love Orchestra.[2][3]
References
- ^ Larkin, Colin (2009-01-01), "Douglas Tommy", The Encyclopedia of Popular Music, Oxford University Press, doi:10.1093/acref/9780195313734.001.0001, ISBN 978-0-19-531373-4, retrieved 2022-06-24
- ^ Carr, Ian; Digby Fairweather; Brian Priestley (1995). Jazz: The Rough Guide. The Rough Guides. pp. 179. ISBN 1-85828-137-7.
- ^ Shapiro, Nat; Hentoff, Nat (2012-08-16). Hear Me Talkin' to Ya. Courier Corporation. ISBN 978-0-486-17136-4.
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