Lou Donaldson is one of the all-time great alto saxophonists in the bebop tradition. He came up in New York in the 1950s, latched onto the style of Charlie Parker and his cohorts, and has been going strong ever since, with numerous recordings and a hefty schedule of concerts and club dates. He has fronted many groups and worked as a sideman in groups led by some of the greatest jazz musicians of the last half of the 20th century. At 82 years old, he leads his own group, performing at venues in New York, nationally, and around the world.
On October 30, 31 and November 1, 2008, the University of the Arts will hold an exciting symposium and series of concerts dedicated to the memory of the great trumpeter, Clifford Brown. This is the first of two interviews, conducted by AAJ Contributor and Philadelphia Jazz Heritage Director Victor L. Schermer, in advance of this event, related to the “Brownie Speaks" Symposium and sponsored by the University of the Arts and the Philadelphia Jazz Heritage Project. The second interview, with trombonist/composer John Fedchock, will run tomorrow, October 14, 2008.
Check out Lou Donaldson: The Clifford Brown Connection and Beyond at AAJ today!
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