Saxophonists · 1928–2022
Vi Redd
American jazz altosaxophonist, singer and educator (1928–2022)
- Born
- 20 September 1928
Los Angeles - Died
- 6 February 2022
- Country
- United States
- Active
- 1950–
- Record labels
- Atlantic Records
Biography
Vi Redd was a jazz musician who played saxophone, alto saxophone, soprano saxophone and voice. Vi Redd was born on 20 September 1928 in Los Angeles and died on 6 February 2022. The music is usually filed under jazz, blues and soul. Record labels: Atlantic Records.
Elvira Louise Redd (September 20, 1928 – February 6, 2022) was an American jazz alto saxophone player, vocalist and educator. She was active from the early 1950s and was known primarily for playing in the blues style. She was highly regarded as an accomplished veteran, and performed with Count Basie, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Linda Hopkins, Marian McPartland and Dizzy Gillespie.
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Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Vi Redd play?
Vi Redd is known for playing saxophone, alto saxophone, soprano saxophone and voice.
When and where was Vi Redd born?
Vi Redd was born 20 September 1928 in Los Angeles.
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