Sonny Criss

Sonny Criss Sonny Criss American jazz saxophonist (1927–1977) William "Sonny" Criss (23 October 1927 – 19 November 1977) was an American jazz musician.[1] This article needs additional citations for verification. (August 2021) Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Sonny Criss Sonny Criss c. 1960 Background information Birth name William Criss Born 23 October 1927 Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. Died 19 November 1977(1977-11-19) (aged 50) Los Angeles, California, U.S. Genres Jazz, bebop Occupation(s) Musician, composer Instrument(s) Alto saxophone, soprano saxophone Close An alto saxophonist of prominence during the bebop era of jazz, he was one of many players influenced by Charlie Parker. Biography William Mansfield Turner, known to the world as Sonny Criss, was born in Memphis, Tennessee, United States,[2] and…

GENRES: Jazz, Alto Saxophone