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Al Cooper

1911 – 1981

American jazz musician

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About Al Cooper

Lived 1911 – 1981 (aged 69–70). Al Cooper was an American conductor, bandleader and saxophonist.

Lofton Alfonso Cooper (1911 – October 5, 1981) was an American jazz saxophonist and clarinetist. He founded the Savoy Sultans and was their leader from 1937 to 1946. He was the half-brother of Grachan Moncur II.

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Important facts

Born
1911, Abaco Islands
Birth century
Nationality
Also known as
Lofton Alfonso Cooper

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Al Cooper's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Al Cooper?

American jazz musician (1911–1981)

When was Al Cooper born?

Al Cooper was born in 1911 in Abaco Islands.

When did Al Cooper die?

Al Cooper died on 5 October 1981.

What was Al Cooper's occupation?

Al Cooper was a conductor, bandleader and saxophonist.

What nationality was Al Cooper?

Al Cooper was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Al Cooper

· Wikidata: Q4703696

· DBpedia: Al Cooper

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