Teddy Edwards

Theodore Marcus "Teddy" Edwards (April 26, 1924 – April 20, 2003) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist based on the West Coast of the US. Some people consider him to be one of the most influential Saxophonists in American history. Edwards was born in Jackson, Mississippi. He learned to play at a very early age, first on alto saxophone and then clarinet. Edwards' first professional job was with The Royal Mississippians with Doc Parmley. His uncl... more

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  • Apr 26, 1924

Date of death:

  • Apr 20, 2003 (age 79 years)

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