Paul Quinichette

Paul Quinichette Paul Quinichette American jazz saxophonist Paul Quinichette (May 17, 1916 – May 25, 1983)[1] was an American jazz tenor saxophonist. He was known as the "Vice President" or "Vice Prez" for his emulation of the breathy style of Lester Young, whose nickname was "The President", or simply "Prez". Young called Quinichette "Lady Q".[2] Quick facts Born, Died ... Paul Quinichette Born (1916-05-17)May 17, 1916 Denver, Colorado, U.S. Died May 25, 1983(1983-05-25) (aged 67) New York City, U.S. Genres Jazz Occupation Musician Instrument Tenor saxophone Close Early life Quinichette was born in Denver, Colorado.[3] He had clarinet and alto saxophone lessons as a child, before switching to tenor saxophone.[3] Around the age of 13, he had informal lessons from…

GENRES: Jazz, Tenor Saxophone