Gigi Gryce

Gigi Gryce Gigi Gryce American jazz musician, composer, arranger, and educator (1925–1983) Gigi Gryce (born George General Grice Jr.; November 28, 1925 – March 17, 1983), later in life changing his name to Basheer Qusim, was an American jazz saxophonist, flautist, clarinetist, composer, arranger, and educator. Quick facts Background information, Also known as ... Gigi Gryce Gigi Gryce Background information Also known as Basheer Quisim Born George General Grice Jr. (1925-11-28)November 28, 1925 Pensacola, Florida, U.S. Died March 14, 1983(1983-03-14) (aged 57) Pensacola, Florida Genres Jazz Occupations Musician, arranger, composer, educator Instruments Alto saxophone, flute Website www.gigigryce.com Close While his performing career was relatively short, much of his work as a player, composer, and arranger was quite influential and well-recognized…

GENRES: Jazz, Alto Saxophone, Flute