About this episode
The episode discusses the life and career of Jimmy Hamilton, a renowned clarinetist and tenor saxophonist associated with the Duke Ellington Orchestra.
Born in Dillon, South Carolina, Jimmy Hamilton was a masterful clarinetist and tenor saxophonist best known for his 25-year tenure with the Duke Ellington Orchestra. Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.
Topics covered
- Jimmy Hamilton
- Duke Ellington Orchestra
- clarinet
- tenor saxophone
Keywords
- jazz
- music history
- South Carolina
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Dillon, South Carolina
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