Aged 95, Sonny 'Saxophone Colossus' Rollins leaves behind a life dedicated to jazz
Sonny Rollins, the American jazz saxophonist known as the “Saxophone Colossus,” died at age 95. He was celebrated for his groundbreaking 1965 album and his dedication to improvisational practice, including long sessions on a New York bridge. Rollins’ career, which began in Harlem, left a lasting impact on modern jazz.
- ▪Sonny Rollins passed away at the age of 95, ending a seven‑decade career in jazz.
- ▪He earned the nickname “Saxophone Colossus” after his influential 1965 album.
- ▪Rollins began playing saxophone at eight and honed his craft by practicing for hours on a New York bridge.
- ▪His work helped shape the direction of contemporary jazz and inspired generations of musicians.
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- ▪ Jazz Great Sonny Rollins Dead at 95 — PJ Media
- ▪ Jazz Music Icon Sonny Rollins Dead At 95 — Dailycaller
- ▪ Sonny Rollins, giant of jazz and the saxophone, has died — Le Monde (EN)
- ▪ Sonny Rollins, legendary saxophone colossus, dead at 95 — South China Morning Post
- ▪ Sonny Rollins, colossus of jazz saxophone, dies aged 95 — World news | The Guardian
- ▪ Sonny Rollins Dies: Jazz Great Was 95 — Deadline
- ▪ Sonny Rollins, Jazz’s Saxophone Colossus and Greatest Improvisor, Dead at 95 — Rolling Stone
- ▪ Sonny Rollins, colossus of the saxophone, has died at 95 — NPR — Music
- ▪ Sonny Rollins, Giant of the Jazz Saxophone, Is Dead at 95 — NYT > Top Stories
- ▪ Sonny Rollins, Jazz’s ‘Saxophone Colossus,’ Dies at 95 — Variety
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