Illinois Jacquet

Illinois Jacquet

Jean-Baptiste "Illinois" Jacquet was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, best remembered for his solo on "Flying Home", critically recognized as the first R&B saxophone solo.

Born1922-10-30, Broussard, Louisiana, United States
Died2004-07-22, New York City, New York, United States
LinksIllinois Jacquet Foundation · https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illinois_Jacquet · https://www.discogs.com/artist/257114-Illinois-Jacquet