Al Cooper
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Not to be confused with Al Kooper or Alice Cooper.
Lofton Alfonso Cooper (1911 – October 5, 1981) was an American jazz saxophonist and clarinetist.[1] He founded the Savoy Sultans and was their leader from 1937 to 1946.[2] He was the half-brother of Grachan Moncur II.[1]
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Birth name | Lofton Alfonso Cooper |
Born | 1911 |
Died | October 5, 1981(1981-10-05) (aged 69–70) New York City |
Genres | Jazz, big band, swing |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Saxophone, clarinet |
Formerly of | Savoy Sultans |
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