Don Redman

Quick Facts

Full Name	Don Redman
Occupation	Saxophonist
Date Of Birth	Jul 29, 1900(1900-07-29)
Age	124
Date Of Death	1964-11-30
Birthplace	Piedmont
Country	United States
Birth City	West Virginia
Horoscope	Cancer

Don Redman Biography

Don Redman is one of the most popular and richest Saxophonist who was born on July 29, 1900 in Piedmont, West Virginia, United States. The inductee was admitted to the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame in 2009, the Hall of Fame is known for his leadership, performances and compositions. He founded his own orchestra in 1931.

He composed and orchestrated several hits music in the name of He wrote and arranged many hit songs for Count Basie..

He was raised and born in Piedmont, West Virginia.

Don Redman Net Worth

Don Redman is one of the richest Saxophonist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Don Redman 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a student at in the Boston Conservatory and Storer’s College before joining the He attended the Boston Conservatory and Storer’s College before joining the Fletcher Henderson orchestra and beginning to compose. orchestra and began to compose.

He was an accomplished composer who helped the development of big band swing music.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Don Redman height 4 ft 11 in Don weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Don Redman Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Don Ranked on the list of most popular Saxophonist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Don Redman celebrates birthday on July 29 of every year.

What is Don Redman known for?

Don Redman (July 29, 1900 – November 30, 1964) is one of the first great jazz arrangers and was a pivotal figure in the development of Swing and the Big Band style Jazz. Redman was a childhood prodigy who played many instruments and began arranging music while still in high school.

Is Dewey Redman related to Don Redman?

He was the uncle of saxophonist Dewey Redman , and thus great-uncle of saxophonist Joshua Redman and trumpeter Carlos Redman.

What are some of the unique elements to listen for in a Jazz performance?

The key elements of Jazz include: blues, syncopation, swing and creative freedom. Improvisation in music is not new, as there are traditions of improvisation in India, Africa, and Asia. Beethoven, Mozart and Bach all improvised, as well, but Jazz improvisation is special due to the use of the blues scale.

Who was Count Basie's most notable soloist during the 1930s and 1940s?

Hi-Hat” Jones (drums). Also known as “Prez,” he was a famous tenor saxophonist soloist during the 1930s and 40s, who was featured in Count Basie’s band. He became one of the five most influential saxophonists in jazz history.

Is Joshua Redman married?

Gabrielle Armand