Edward "Sonny" Stitt (February 2 1924 - July 22 1982) was an American jazz saxophonist. He was a quintessential saxophonist of the bebop/hard bop idiom and was also one of the most prolific saxophonists of his generation, recording over 100 records in his lifetime. He was nicknamed the "Lone Wolf" by jazz critic Dan Morgenstern in tribute to his relentless touring and his devotion to jazz. Wikipedia
Sonny Stitt was born in Boston but grew up in Saginaw, Michigan. He came from an extremely musical family - his father taught music at the college level, his brother was a concert pianist, and his sister was a singer - and his own training began on piano www.vervemusicgroup.com/artist.aspx?ob=per&src=prd&aid=2810
Although saxophonist Sonny Stitt (1924-1982) doesnt fit the classic definition of an underrated artisthes actually been written about oftenit seems to me he hasnt gotten nearly the recognition he deserves. www.ruminator.com/?p=133
...Sonny Stitt Alto, Tenor Saxophones February 2, 1924 -- July 22, 1982 Sonny Stitt "When Sonny Stitt came on the scene his fabulous technique really excited me... members.tripod.com/~hardbop/stitt.html
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Sonny Stitt 's rich, expressive sound on alto was vibrant. On tenor, his tone took on a warmth that betrays a Lester Young influence. His white-hot solos, rooted as much in earthy blues as sophisticated be bop, are positively jubilant and rhythmically d www.mosaicrecords.com/prodinfo.asp?number=208-MD-CD
Sonny Stitt established himself on the American jazz scene in the 60's before making an impact on the UK jazz funk scene during the mid-70's. Prior to these recordings, Sonny Stitt recorded in the 40's for Tiny Bradshaws band. ... In the early eightie www.soulwalking.co.uk/Sonny%20Stitt.html
Stitt (February 2, 1924--July 22, 1982) was an American jazz saxophonist. He was a quintessential saxophonist of the bebop idiom. He was also one of the most prolific saxophonists, recording over 100 records in his lifetime. He was nicknamed the  . www.allaboutjazz.com/php/musician.php?id=4638
