name

Clifford Brown (Brownie), Trumpet/Cornet

dates

b. October 30, 1930; d. June 26, 1956

birth place

Delaware

description

One of the most brilliant hard bop trumpet players of all, his big, warm tone remains one of the most influential trumpet sounds of the modern era.  His most noted band was the historic quintet he co-led with drummer Max Roach.

hot disc

Complete EmArcy Recordings of Clifford Brown

more info

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clifford_Brown