About Sonny Truitt
Sonny Truitt was an American jazz musician and pianist.
Sumner Clement "Sonny" Truitt (October 22, 1926 – November 1, 1995) was an American jazz trombonist, pianist, and composer. He was best known for his work with Miles Davis.
Early life and career Born in New York City on October 22, 1926, Truitt was the eldest of two sons born to Massachusetts natives Dorothy (née Robinson) and Clement Jansen Truitt.
Discography With Jim Chapin Jim Chapin Sextet (Prestige, 1955) Drummer Delight (MMO, 1961) With Miles Davis Miles Davis and Horns (Prestige, 1953) With Charlie Mariano Charlie Mariano (Prestige, 1951) With Tony Scott The Complete Tony Scott (RCA, 1956) With The Six (John Glasel & Bob Wilber) The View from Jazzbo's Head (Bethlehem, 1956)
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