Johnny Griffin
A physically small man with a big horn, Johnny Griffin arrived in New York City from Chicago in the 1940s, playing his tenor fast, loud, and with great exuberance in the blues-bop realm. He rightfully earned his nickname, "The Little Giant." His beautifully primal runs were featured in classic blowing sessions with John Coltrane and Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis. It was not until much later in his career that the tender balladeer within was revealed. Playing passionately right up to his 80th birthday, the saxophonist finally drifted into the night in Paris in 2008.
Doldinger Jubilee Concert
Passport
Wounded Bird, 2008
1 CD
In Copenhagen
Johnny Griffin
Storyville, 2007
1 CD
Full House
Wes Montgomery
Fantasy Records (USA), 2007
1 CD
Introducing Johnny Griffin
Johnny Griffin
Blue Note Records (Japan), 2007
1 CD
Masters of Jazz
Johnny Griffin
Storyville, 2006
1 CD
The Congregation
Johnny Griffin
Blue Note Records (USA), 2006
1 CD
A Night in Tunisi
Art Blakey
Collectables Records, 2006
2 CD
Pisces
Johnny Griffin
Original Jazz Classics, 2004
1 CD
