Lee Konitz
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About
Successful bandleader, composer, and saxophonist known for his distinct cool jazz sound.
Before Fame
He was inspired to play music by listening to big swing bands and was invited to play with the Teddy Powell Band in 1945.
Trivia
He performed with Miles Davis and the sessions they recorded were released on The Birth of Cool.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Chicago.
Associated With
Konitz collaborated on many recordings as a bandleader, including work with Dave Brubeck.
