Saxophonists · 1927–1977

Sonny Criss

American jazz musician (1927–1977)

Born: 23 October 1927
Memphis
Died: 19 November 1977
Los Angeles
Country: United States
Record labels: Savoy Records
Discography: 1 album

Biography

Sonny Criss was a jazz musician who played saxophone. Sonny Criss was born on 23 October 1927 in Memphis and died on 19 November 1977 in Los Angeles. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Savoy Records.

William "Sonny" Criss (October 23, 1927 – November 19, 1977) was an American jazz musician. An alto saxophonist of prominence during the bebop era of jazz, he was one of many players influenced by Charlie Parker.

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