Johnny Dankworth ( The early years.)

Born in Woodford,Essex on the twentieth of September 1927, John Dankworth grew up to become one of the greatest jazz musicians this country has ever produced. In his early years his brand of modern jazz, played on the alto saxophone was soon to bring him fame and coupling this talent with  perfect pitch ensured his career at the very top both as a performer and composer/arranger. After being voted Musician of the Year in 1949 Dankworth formed a small group., the much famed Dankworth Seven.After three successful years, the group was wound up, although it reformed for several reunions over the years.
Nota bene; on the Utube audio record label,the original personnel of the Seven.

http://youtu.be/YJnBtoY2eUU

   

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