Frank Wess

Frank Wess Frank Wess American jazz saxophonist (1922–2013) Frank Wellington Wess (January 4, 1922 – October 30, 2013)[1] was an American jazz saxophonist and flutist. He was renowned for his extensive solo work; however, he was also remembered for his time playing with Count Basie's band during the early 1950s into the early 1960s. Critic Scott Yanow described him as one of the premier proteges of Lester Young, and a leading jazz flutist of his era—using the latter instrument to bring new colors to Basie's music.[2] Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Frank Wess Frank Wess (left) and Jimmy Owens, 1977 Background information Birth name Frank Wellington Wess Born (1922-01-04)January 4, 1922 Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. Died October 30,…

GENRES: Jazz, Tenor Saxophone, Flute