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John Arnold Griffin III (April 24, 1928 – July 25, 2008) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist. Nicknamed "the Little Giant" for his short stature and forceful playing, Griffin's career began in the mid-1940s and continued until the month of his death.
Johnny Griffin, de son nom complet John Arnold Griffin III, était un célèbre saxophoniste de jazz américain, né le 24 avril 1928 à Chicago, Illinois, et décédé le 25 juillet 2008. Il était connu pour sa virtuosité au saxophone ténor et pour sa carrière exceptionnellement longue et prolifique.
25 juil. 2008 · Johnny Griffin was a hard bop saxophonist with an endless stream of ideas. Learn more about his life, career, and discography on AllMusic, a comprehensive music information site.
Johnny Griffin — tenor saxophoneKenny Drew — pianoDonald Byrd - trumpetWilbur Ware — bassPepper Adams - baritone saxophonePhilly Joe Jones — drums.....
Johnny Griffin (born April 24, 1928, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died July 25, 2008, Availles-Limouzine, France) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist noted for his fluency in the hard-bop idiom.
The tracks on this disc cover a twenty-year period from 1958 to ’78, mostly before Griffin’s 1963 move to Europe. Together, they represent many facets of his musical persona: the tough blower of the blues and the big band soloist.
Learn about the life and career of Johnny Griffin, one of the all-time great tenor saxophonists who played with Monk, Coltrane, and Davis. Explore his albums for Blue Note and other labels, from Introducing Johnny Griffin to Chicago, New York, Paris.
