Charlie Barnet

Charles Daly Barnet (October 26, 1913 – September 4, 1991) was an American jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader.

Charlie Barnet
Charlie Barnet in The Fabulous Dorseys (1947)
Background information
Birth nameCharles Daly Barnet
Born(1913-10-26)October 26, 1913
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedSeptember 4, 1991(1991-09-04) (aged 77)
San Diego, California, U.S.
GenresSwing, big band
Occupation(s)Bandleader, musician, composer
Instrument(s)Saxophone
Years active1932–1967

His major recordings were "Skyliner", "Cherokee", "The Wrong Idea", "Scotch and Soda", "In a Mizz", and "Southland Shuffle".

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