Leonidas Raymond Young (March 7, 1914 – July 31, 2008) was an American jazz drummer and singer.[1] His musical family included his father Willis Young and his older brother, saxophonistLester Young. In 1944 he played with Norman Granz's first "Jazz at the Philharmonic" concert.
Early life and education
Young was born in 1914 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Willis Young and Lizetta Teresa Johnson. His father was a musician, as were other relatives. His older brother Lester Young became a famed saxophonist. Lee began playing from an early age and the family had a band for several years.[1]
Career
In 1944 Lee Young was the drummer at Norman Granz's first "Jazz at the Philharmonic" concert,[2] which also featured guitarist Les Paul, trombonist J.J. Johnson, and saxophonist Jean-Baptiste "Illinois" Jacquet.