Harold Ashby

Saxophone, Musical Artist

1925 – 2003

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Who was Harold Ashby?

Harold Ashby was a jazz tenor saxophonist. He is perhaps known for his work with Duke Ellington's band and stylistic similarities with Ben Webster.

He worked as a freelance musician after leaving the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1975, and took part in various reunions of Ellington alumni, as well as recording and gigging with his own bands.

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Born
Mar 21, 1925
Kansas City
Also known as
  • H Ashby
  • Harold Ashbye
  • H Ashbye
  • Ashby, Harold
Died
Jun 13, 2003
New York City

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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