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Jo Jones (1911-1985) was a pioneer in jazz percussion and a member of the Count Basie Orchestra. He influenced many drummers with his style of playing brushes, hi-hat and ride cymbal, and was known for his temperament and autobiography.
Jo Jones is one of the greatest drummer in the history of Jazz. Most inventive, he frequently improvises the most unpredictable and bold breaks with an impre...
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Aug 30, 2024 · Jo Jones (born October 7, 1911, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died September 3, 1985, New York, New York) was an American musician, one of the most influential of all jazz drummers, noted for his swing, dynamic subtlety, and finesse.
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A band leader and pioneer in jazz percussion, Jones anchored the Count Basie Orchestra rhythm section from 1934 to 1948. He was sometimes known as Papa Jo Jones to distinguish him from...
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Oct 7, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of Jo Jones, a jazz drummer who pioneered the use of hi-hat cymbals and brushes. Discover how he influenced generations of drummers and shaped the Count Basie Orchestra.
Jo Jones is one of the greatest drummer in the history of Jazz. Playing in London 1964, Coleman Hawkins - Harry Edison Quintet. Classic performance filmed fo...
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Mar 20, 2023 · Jo Jones was a pioneer of jazz drumming, known for his light and swinging style and his use of the cymbal as the main timekeeper. He played with Count Basie, Teddy Wilson, Benny Goodman, Ella Fitzgerald and many others, and led his own trios and recorded for Everest label.
