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Illinois Jacquet

Saxophonist · born 31st October 1922

Date of birth
31 October
Birth year
1922
Lived
82
Zodiac
♏ Scorpio

About Illinois Jacquet

Tenor saxophonist who is recognized for his role in the song "Flying Home," which featured the first R&B saxophone solo. He was also one of the few jazz artists to play the bassoon.

Illinois Jacquet was born 31st October 1922 in Broussard, Louisiana, United States. Their primary profession is listed as saxophonist. They died in 2004. On 31 October, 566 people in our archive share this birthday.

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