Lou Donaldson

Lou Donaldson Lou Donaldson American jazz saxophonist (1926–2024) Louis Andrew Donaldson Jr. (November 1, 1926 – November 9, 2024) was an American jazz alto saxophonist. He was best known for his soulful, bluesy approach to playing the alto saxophone, although in his formative years he was heavily influenced by Charlie Parker, as were many during the bebop era.[1] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Lou Donaldson Donaldson in 2015 Background information Born Louis Andrew Donaldson Jr. (1926-11-01)November 1, 1926 Badin, North Carolina, U.S. Died November 9, 2024(2024-11-09) (aged 98) Daytona Beach, Florida, U.S. Education North Carolina A&T Genres Bebop hard bop jazz blues soul jazz Occupations Bandleader composer saxophonist Instrument Alto saxophone Years active 1952–2017 Website loudonaldson.com Close Early life…

GENRES: Jazz, Alto Saxophone