1906
Johnny Hodges, American saxophonist and clarinet player (died 1970)
Johnny Hodges, American saxophonist and clarinet player (died 1970)
Johnny Hodges, American saxophonist and clarinet player (died 1970)
Johnny Hodges
American alto saxophonist (1907–1970)
- Born
- 1906
John Cornelius "Johnny" Hodges was an American alto saxophonist, best known for solo work with Duke Ellington's big band. He played lead alto in the saxophone section for many years. Hodges was also featured on soprano saxophone, but refused to play soprano after 1940. Along with Benny Carter, Hodges is considered to be one of the definitive alto saxophone players of the big band era.