[Dixielandjazz] C Melody Sax and the Eb Alto sax

[Mike C.]

Lester did note Jimmy Dorsey as an influence, though he didn't state in 
what manner.  He most likely was a later influence. I am not sure.

Mike


>Mike:
>I'm assuming that what you are saying is that Jimmy Dorsey was also 
>influenced by Trumbauer, because I fail to see any JD influence in Lester 
>Young's playing.
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>It is interesting to note, however, that Charlie Parker, who was greatly 
>influenced by Pres, did have much admiration for Dorsey, probably because of 
>Jimmy's remarkable facility and technique.
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>Jack Tracy
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