Lofton Alfonso Cooper (1911 – October 5, 1981) was an American jazz saxophonist and clarinetist.[1] He founded the Savoy Sultans and was their leader from 1937 to 1946.[2] He was the half-brother of Grachan Moncur II.[1]
Al Cooper | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Lofton Alfonso Cooper |
| Born | 1911 |
| Died | October 5, 1981 (aged 69–70) New York City |
| Genres | Jazz, big band, swing |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Saxophone, clarinet |
| Formerly of | Savoy Sultans |
References
edit- ^ a b Cooper, (Lofton) Al(fonso), Grove Music Online. Oxford Music Online. Oxford University Press, 2003, doi:10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.J101100
- ^ Wynn, Ron. "Al Cooper". AllMusic. Retrieved June 4, 2019.