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Charlie Ventura

This straight-ahead, swinging jazz saxophonist earned a reputation for his exuberant, sometimes exhibitionistic solos.
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Charlie Ventura - Artist Details

Active

1940s - 1980s

Born

December 2, 1916 in Philadelphia, PA

Died

January 17, 1992 in Pleasantville, NJ

Genre

Jazz Vocal

Styles

Bop Swing Standards

Member Of

Charlie Ventura's Big Four

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