Memorial Page for Benny Golson
Jan 25, 1929 – Sep 21, 2024(95 years)Died in:New York City, New York
American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger
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Benny Golson (* January 25, 1929 in Philadelphia; † September 21, 2024 in New York City) was an american bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger. He was 95 years old. He studied at Howard University. His awards include Guggenheim Fellowship and NEA Jazz Masters.
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3 EventsBorn in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County
1929Guggenheim Fellowship
1994Died in New York City, New York
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Benny Golson. Forever remembered.