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Vic Ash 1930-2014 R.I.P. | thejazzbreakfast






Vic Ash 1930-2014 R.I.P. | thejazzbreakfast


 

Vic Ash 1930-2014 R.I.P. 

Vic Ash with Wallace Davenport and Ray Charles.

Vic Ash with Wallace Davenport and Ray Charles.

Saxophonist and clarinettist Vic Ash has died. Fellow saxophonist Simon Spillett sent this email a few minutes ago:

With great sadness I can confirm that legendary clarinettist and saxophonist Vic Ash passed away this afternoon, aged 84.

We have lost not only one of the founding fathers of British modern jazz, and a truly gifted instrumentalist, but one of the true gentleman of the music profession. His talent, wit and wisdom will be missed by everyone who knew him – fans and fellow players alike.

Deepest condolences to Vic’s wife Helen and their family.

Vic was born on 9 March 1930. He began playing professionally when he joined Kenny Baker’s band in 1951, at the same time as Tubby Hayes. He had a long and busy playing career which included accompanying Hoagy Carmichael, Cab Calloway and Frank Sinatra. He was a familiar face in the BBC Big Band saxophone section.

 

 




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