name

Johnny Griffin (Little Giant), Saxophone

dates

b. April 24, 1928; d. July 25, 2008

birth place

Chicago, IL

description

Often referred to as the 'fastest tenor in the West,' and the "Little Giant" because of his stature, he played memorable duels with other tenor players, including Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis, Dexter Gordon, and Arnett Cobb.

hot disc

A Blowing Session

more info

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