Sonny Stitt Death
Sonny passed away on July 22, 1982 at the age of 58 in Washington, D.C..
When did Sonny Stitt die?
July 22, 1982How old was Sonny Stitt when died?
58Where did Sonny Stitt die? What was the location of death?
Washington, D.C.
Sonny Stitt Birthday and Date of Death
Sonny Stitt was born on February 2, 1924 and died on July 22, 1982. Sonny was 58 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: February 2, 1924
Date of Death: July 22, 1982
Age at Death: 58
Sonny Stitt - Biography
Edward "Sonny" Stitt (born Edward Boatner, Jr.; February 2, 1924 – July 22, 1982) was an American jazz saxophonist of the bebop/hard bop idiom. He was one of the best-documented saxophonists of his generation, recording more than 100 albums. He was nicknamed the "Lone Wolf" by jazz critic Dan Morgenstern, in reference to his relentless touring and devotion to jazz. Stitt was sometimes viewed as a mere Charlie Parker mimic, especially earlier in his career, but gradually came to develop his own sound and style - particularly when performing on tenor sax.
