Curtis Amy

Curtis Amy Curtis Amy American jazz saxophonist (1927–2002) Curtis Edward Amy (October 11, 1927 – June 5, 2002) was an American jazz saxophonist.[1] Quick facts Born, Died ... Curtis Amy Born Curtis Edward Amy (1927-10-11)October 11, 1927 Houston, Texas, U.S. Died June 5, 2002(2002-06-05) (aged 74) Los Angeles, California, U.S. Genres Jazz Occupation Musician Instrument Saxophone Years active 1950s–1970s Labels Pacific Jazz, Verve Close Biography Amy was born in Houston, Texas, United States.[2] He learned how to play clarinet before joining the Army, and during his time in service, picked up the tenor saxophone.[2] After his discharge, he attended and graduated from Kentucky State College.[2] He worked as an educator in Tennessee while playing in midwestern jazz clubs.[2] In the…

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