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Johnny Hodges
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John Cornelius "Johnny" Hodges was an American alto saxophonist, best known for solo work with Duke Ellington's big band. He played lead alto in the saxophone section for many years. Hodges was also f
Hodges playing a Conn 6M with Al Sears in background, 1946
Hodges playing a Conn 6M with Al Sears in background, 1946
In performance: Hodges with Ellington, Frankfurt, Germany, February 6, 1965.
In performance: Hodges with Ellington, Frankfurt, Germany, February 6, 1965.
Duke Ellington
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Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was an American jazz pianist, composer, and leader of his eponymous jazz orchestra from 1924 through the rest of his life. Music critic Ralph J. Gleason called him "Ame
Johnny Hodges
…John Cornelius "Johnny" Hodges (July 25, 1907 – May 11, 1970) was an American alto saxophonist, best known for solo work with Duke Ellington's big band. He played lead alto in the saxophone section for many years. Hodges was also featured on soprano saxophone, but refused to play soprano…
Publicity portrait, c. 1940s
Publicity portrait, c. 1940s
British pressing of "East St. Louis Toodle-Oo" (1927)
British pressing of "East St. Louis Toodle-Oo" (1927)
Adelaide Hall recorded "Creole Love Call" with Ellington in 1927. The recording became a worldwide hit.
Adelaide Hall recorded "Creole Love Call" with Ellington in 1927. The recording became a worldwide hit.
Ellington at the Hurricane Club, Broadway & West 51st Street, New York City, May 1943
Ellington at the Hurricane Club, Broadway & West 51st Street, New York City, May 1943