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Sonny Stitt

American jazz musician, alto, tenor and occasional baritone saxophonist. Son of . Born: February 2, 1924, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. Died: July 22, 1982, Washington, D.C., U.S.A. Stitt played in Tiny Bradshaw's band and first recorded in the 40's for Billy Eckstine`s big band and Dizzy Gillespie`s big band during the bebop era. Established on the American jazz scene in the 50's and 60`s, he was a prolific recording artist. From 1950 until his death, he made at least one recording almost each year.