Flip Phillips

Joseph Edward Filippelli (March 26, 1915 – August 17, 2001), known professionally as Flip Phillips, was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and clarinetist. He is best remembered for his work with Norman Granz's Jazz at the Philharmonic concerts from 1946 to 1957. Phillips recorded an album for Verve Records when he was in his 80s. He performed in a variety of genres, including mainstream jazz, swing, and jump blues.

Career Joseph Filippelli was born in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He made multiple appearances on recordings by Charlie Parker during this period. He retired to Florida, but after 15 years, he returned to music after relocating to New York, including a 1949 album of small-group tracks under his leadership with Buddy Morrow, Tommy Turk, Kai Winding, Sonny Criss, Ray Brown, and Shelly Manne. He accompanied Billie Holiday on her 1952 album Billie Holiday Sings.

As sideman With Johnny Hodges In a Tender Mood (Norgran, 1952 )

With Gene Krupa and Buddy Rich The Drum Battle (Verve, 1952 )

With Charlie Parker Big Band (Clef, 1954)