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Sam Donahue



Sam Donahue
 


Sam Donahue (18 March 1918–22 March 1974) was an American swing music jazz tenor saxophonist, trumpeter and musical arranger. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he is probably best known for his work with Gene Krupa, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Billy May, and many others.

Sam mainly played Tenor Saxophone, but also played trumpet and valved trombone. He played for Gene Krupa, Harry James, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey and Stan Kenton. His overall style was influenced by Count Basie. While in the Navy he played for Artie Shaw's Navy band. After his discharge from the Navy, he organized his orchestra. After Tommy Dorsey died, he lead Dorsey's band and worked studio recording jobs. He was leading the band when he was struck with cancer and died on March 22, 1974 in Reno Nevada. Sam played a H. N. White King Super 20 Tenor Saxophone.


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