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Johnny Griffin (Little Giant), Saxophone

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

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Chicago, IL

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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.

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A Blowing Session

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

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