Born in Philadelphia in 1929, Benny Golson came up alongside friends like John Coltrane and built one of the deepest books in modern jazz. As a tenor saxophonist and composer, his writing became part of the language: “I Remember Clifford,” “Whisper Not,” “Killer Joe,” “Along Came Betty,” “Blues March.” Golson bridged eras with ease. He helped define the hard-bop sound with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, then shaped a sleeker, narrative-driven approach with the Jazztet alongside Art Farmer. His tu

The music of Benny Golson! Billy Pierce (tenor saxophone), Eddie Henderson (trumpet), Steve Davis (trombone), Mike LeDonne (piano), Buster Williams (bass) and Carl Allen (drums)! Check out this great clip from last night’s shows and see this incredible band TONIGHT ONLY! Tickets to all upcoming performances: https://bit.ly/3JQk8kq | SMOKE Jazz Club

Remembering jazz saxophone player, conductor and arranger Benny Golson, who passed away on September 21st. Peggy Lee’s admiration for Benny Golson was deep and mutual. They didn’t record together extensively, but both spoke fondly of the times they did collaborate. Benny arranged and conducted the complete recording session of her 1970 Make It With You album, which took place in both New York and LA. In interviews, Benny remembered that when Peggy heard the mix she sent it back, at her own expen