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Lester Young

Lester Young

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Lester Young

American musician (1909–1959) acclaimed as one of the greatest tenor sax and clarinet players in the history of jazz. He finally succumbed, after a long struggle, to alcoholism at the age of 49. Vintage ink signature, “Lester Young” (adding an illegible sentiment) on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with light soiling and a collector’s ink notation of Young’s name at lower right. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #347 - Ended July 15, 2009