Sonny Stitt Musical artist

Edward "Sonny" Stitt (born Edward Boatner, Jr.; February 2, 1924 – July 22, 1982) was an American jazz saxophonist of the bebop/hard bop idiom. He was one of the best-documented saxophonists of his generation, recording over 100 albums. He was nicknamed the "Lone Wolf" by jazz critic Dan Morgenstern, in reference to his relentless touring and devotion to jazz.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)	Sonny Stitt Stitt Edward
Birth date	February 02, 1924
Birth place	Boston , Massachusetts , United States
Date of death	July 22, 1982
Place of death	Washington D.C. , United States

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Musical artist

associated musical artist	Miles Davis Charlie Parker Billy Eckstine Eddie Lockjaw Davis Gene Ammons
Background	Non vocal instrumentalist
genre	Jazz Bebop Hard bop
instrument	Alto saxophone Baritone saxophone Tenor saxophone