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Lester Young

American saxophonist
Lester Willis Young, nicknamed "Pres" or "Prez", was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and occasional clarinetist. Coming to prominence while a member of Count Basie's orchestra, Young was one of the most influential players on his instrument. Wikipedia
Born: August 27, 1909, Woodville, MS
Died: March 15, 1959 (age 49 years), New York, NY
Genre: Jazz
Spouse: Mary Dale (m. 1937–1946)