Lester Young
Lester Young was an influential American jazz saxophonist known for his smooth, lyrical playing style and significant impact on the development of cool jazz. He gained fame in the 1930s and 1940s as a key member of the Count Basie Orchestra, contributing to the band's distinctive sound. Young's innovative approach to improvisation and his unique tone made him a major influence on future generations of musicians, including artists like Stan Getz and John Coltrane.
Born on Aug 27, 1909 (115 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 28,932 | $1,400,000 | 866$ |
| San Marino | 1 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 33,938 | 36 | $2,000 | 2$ |
| Totals | 2 | 46,788,716 | 28,968 | $1,402,000 | 868$ |
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San Marino:
Billie Holiday collaborated with Lester Young.
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Spain:
Lester Young was a musician and saxophonist who challenged racial norms in the 1940s, contributing to the original meaning of cool.
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Kenya:
Lester Young is one of the jazz greats that Charles Lloyd listened to as a child.
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Denmark:
Lester Young is mentioned as a saxophonist whose last LP features trumpeters Roy Eldridge and Harry 'Sweets' Edison.
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