Dick Johnson (clarinetist)
Richard Brown Johnson (December 1, 1925 – January 10, 2010) was an American big band clarinetist, best known for his work with the Artie Shaw Band. From 1983 until his death he was the leader of the Artie Shaw Orchestra.
Dick Johnson | |
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| Birth name | Richard Brown Johnson |
| Born | December 1, 1925 Brockton, Massachusetts |
| Died | January 10, 2010 (aged 84) Boston, Massachusetts |
| Genres | Modern jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Jazz musician |
| Instruments | Clarinet, alto saxophone, flute |
Born in Brockton, Massachusetts, he also played the alto saxophone and flute. Johnson worked with Frank Sinatra, the Swing Shift Orchestra, Dizzy Gillespie and Tony Bennett.
Johnson died in Boston, Massachusetts after a short illness, aged 84.
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