JJ Johnson

Quick Facts

Full Name	JJ Johnson
Occupation	Trombone Player
Date Of Birth	Jan 22, 1924(1924-01-22)
Age	100
Date Of Death	2001-02-04
Country	United States
Birth City	Indiana
Horoscope	Capricorn

JJ Johnson Biography

JJ Johnson is one of the most popular and richest Trombone Player who was born on January 22, 1924 in Indiana, United States. Jazz musician renowned for being one of the very first bebop trombonists. He was able to make a name for himself as a solo artist , and as a sideman to musicians such as Jazz musician known for being one of the first true bebop trombonists. He found success as a solo artist and as a sideman for artists like Count Basie..

He was a member of the orchestra of Saxophonist He played in the orchestra led by saxophonist Benny Carter from 1942 to 1945. from 1942 to 1945.

He got married Carolyn Reid in September 1992.

JJ Johnson Net Worth

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

He started playing the piano at age nine and the trombone by the age of fourteen.

He was an Hollywood score composer by the 70’s, composing scores for films of the 70’s like Cleopatra Jones.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is JJ Johnson Dating?

According to our records, JJ Johnson married to Carolyn Johnson , Vivian Johnson. As of December 1, 2023, JJ Johnson’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

JJ Ranked on the list of most popular Trombone Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. JJ Johnson celebrates birthday on January 22 of every year.

How old was JJ Johnson when died?

77 years (1924–2001)

Who is Chef JJ married to?

Mr. Johnson, 33, said he needed to lay a foundation for himself; his wife, Samiyyah Chapman ; and their 3-month-old twins.

What trombone did JJ Johnson play?

Johnson. This trombone was previously owned and played by James Louis Johnson (1924-2001), an American jazz trombonist, composer and arranger. As inspired by Dizzy Gillespie, Johnson was one of the earliest musicians to embrace the bebop style of jazz.

What instrument did JJ Johnson play?

Often referred to as the “Charlie Parker of the trombone” due to his uncanny musical dexterity and fluency, James Louis “J.J.” Johnson dominated his instrument for more than 40 years, and was known as a potent composer and arranger. He was a perennial jazz magazine poll winner for his peerless trombone playing.

Where is JJ Johnson from?

Indianapolis, IN