name

Pepper Adams, Saxophone

dates

b. 10/8/30; d. 9/10/86

birth place

Highland Park, MI

description

Baritone saxophonist whose extensive career as both sideman and leader is highlighted by the band he co-led with Donald Byrd, and distinctive section work with Thelonious Monk and Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra.

hot disc

10 to 4 at the Five Spot

more info

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pepper_Adams