Tommy Douglas (clarinetist)

Tommy Douglas
BornJanuary 9, 1906
Eskridge, Kansas, U.S.
DiedMarch 9, 1965 (aged 59)
South Dakota, U.S.
GenresJazz
InstrumentsClarinet, alto saxophone

Tommy Douglas (January 9, 1906 – March 9, 1965) was an American jazz clarinetist, bandleader, and reed instrumentalist.

Early life and education

Douglas was born in Eskridge, Kansas. He taught himself clarinet and saxophone in school and later attended the Boston Conservatory from 1924 to 1928.[1]

Career

During his career, Douglas was known for his work as a sideman for Jelly Roll Morton and Bennie Moten. He was also an accomplished bandleader, showcasing such talent in his bands as Charlie Parker and Jo Jones, among others. He also performed with Captain Woolmack's Band and the Clarence Love Orchestra.[2][3]

References

  1. ^ Larkin, Colin (2009-01-01), "Douglas Tommy", The Encyclopedia of Popular Music, Oxford University Press, doi:10.1093/acref/9780195313734.001.0001, ISBN 978-0-19-531373-4, retrieved 2022-06-24
  2. ^ Carr, Ian; Digby Fairweather; Brian Priestley (1995). Jazz: The Rough Guide. The Rough Guides. pp. 179. ISBN 1-85828-137-7.
  3. ^ Shapiro, Nat; Hentoff, Nat (2012-08-16). Hear Me Talkin' to Ya. Courier Corporation. ISBN 978-0-486-17136-4.
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