Johnny Hodges (July 25, 1907 – May 11, 1970) was an American alto saxophonist, best known for solo work with Duke Ellington's big band. He played lead alto in the saxophone section for …

Apr 14, 2025 · Johnny Hodges (born July 25, 1907, Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S.—died May 11, 1970, New York City, New York) was an American jazz saxophonist who was a featured …

Dec 28, 2012 · Cornelius “Johnny” Hodges was born in 1907 on Putnam Street in Cambridge, the youngest of four children. Today, he is generally regarded as the second most important alto …

Jul 25, 2024 · Johnny Hodges was a brilliant saxophonist who graced many of Duke Ellington’s recordings. Born on July 25, 1907, Johnny Hodges was the saxophonist of choice for Duke …

Johnny Hodges, nicknamed “Rabbit,” was a prominent figure in the Duke Ellington Orchestra, where he showcased his remarkable prowess on the alto saxophone. His effortless ability to …

Johnny Hodges: born July 25, 1907 in Cambridge, MA; died May 11, 1970 in New York City . When he was a baby, his family moved to Hammond Street in Boston, where he was …

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Jan 31, 2021 · Johnny Hodges (whose life is profiled in the excellent book by Con Chapman called Rabbit’s Blues and published by Oxford University Press) was in his own musical category. …

Johnny Hodges. Saxophone. Joined Ellington Orchestra. Parted with Ellington. Private Glance. Selected discography. Sources. Johnny Hodges is best remembered as the lead saxophone …

Dec 18, 2015 · While Johnny Hodges spent the majority of his career with Ellington, and aside from his hiatus from the band from 1951-55, Hodges also recorded with Lawrence Welk, Billy …