About Dick Johnson
Lived 1925 – 2010 (aged 84). Dick Johnson was an American saxophonist, jazz musician and musician.
Richard Brown Johnson (December 1, 1925 – January 10, 2010 ) was an American big band clarinetist, best known for his work with the Artie Shaw Band.
Discography 1956: Music for Swinging Moderns (EmArcy) 1957: Most Likely (Riverside) with Dave McKenna, Wilbur Ware, Philly Joe Jones 1957: At Newport (Verve) with Eddie Costa 1973: Cookin'At Michael's Pub (Prevue) with Dave McKenna 1979: Dick Johnson Plays Alto Sax & Flute & Soprano Sax & Clarinet (Concord) with Dave McKenna, Bob Maize, Jake Hanna 1980: Live at Bovi's (Argonne) with Duke Belaire Jazz Orchestra 1980: Spider's Blues (Concord) with Dave McKenna 1981: Swing Shift (Concord) 1982: Everybody Eats When They Come to My House (Soap) with Razmataz 2004: Artie's Choice! and the Naturals 2006: Star Dust & Beyond: A Tribute to Artie Shaw
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dick Johnson?
American big band clarinetist (1925–2010)
When was Dick Johnson born?
Dick Johnson was born on 1 December 1925 in Brockton.
When did Dick Johnson die?
Dick Johnson died on 10 January 2010 in Boston.
What was Dick Johnson's occupation?
Dick Johnson was a saxophonist, jazz musician and musician.
What nationality was Dick Johnson?
Dick Johnson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dick Johnson (clarinetist)
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