The Last Post	Intro

• Charles Ables, 1943-2001: Long-time Bassist with Shirley Horn Trio
            with 1 reader tribute, posted April 14, 2008
• Don Abney, 1923-2000: A Resourceful Pianist in Jazz and Studio Settings
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 17, 2000
• Tarig Abubakar, 1966-1998: Traig Abubakar, by James Hale
            with 7 reader tributes, latest February 23, 1998
• Johnny Adams, 1932-1998: One Foot In The Blues
            with 11 reader tributes, latest May 12, 2008
• Placide Adams, 1929-2003: Bassist was stalwart of New Orleans scene
• Nat Adderley, 1931-2000: An Individual Voice on Cornet
            with 1 reader tribute, posted January 7, 2000
• Manny Albam, 1922-2001: An Original and Intelligent Arranger
      A Source of Inspiration, by Bill Kirchner
            with 1 reader tribute, posted November 1, 2001
• Lorez Alexandria, 1929-2001: Highly Regarded Jazz Stylist
            with 9 reader tributes, latest December 28, 2007
• Dick Allen, 1927-2007: Dick Allen: New Orleans Jazz Historian
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 31, 2008
• Richard Allen, 1932-2002: Richard Allen, drummer
            with 3 reader tributes, latest July 2, 2005
• Laurindo Almeida, 1917-1995: An Authentic Flavour of Brazil
            with 3 reader tributes, latest May 16, 2007
• Rolando Alphonso, 1931-1998: Ska Pioneer With Jazz Roots
• Curtis Amy, 1927-2002: Curtis Amy, soul jazz saxophonist, by Howard Mandel
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 21, 2005
• Chris Anderson, 1926-2008: Chicago pianist influenced Herbie Hancock
• Edmund Anderson, 1913-2002: Edmund Anderson, producer and influence on Ellington
• Leif Anderson, 1925-1999: Smoke Rings Established World Record, by Stefan Wijkstr
            with 1 reader tribute, posted June 8, 2004
• Wayne Andre, 1931-2003: Trombonist with Herman, Winding, Goodman, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 17, 2008
• Zoe Anglesey, 1941-2003: Reading her own poetry at benefit on 10/6/02, Bob Holman's Poetry Bar, by Enid Farber
      Zoe Anglesey thanking the musicians and poets who participated in her benefit, by Enid Farber
      Memories of Zoe, by Enid Farber
      JJA colleague Zoe Anglesey, by Enid Farber
            with 3 reader tributes, latest September 23, 2007
• Howard Armstrong, 1909-2003: African-American string-band performer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted June 29, 2004
• Buddy Arnold, 1926-2003: Saxophonist with Rich, Dorsey, Kenton bands, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted September 23, 2006
• Harold Ashby, 1925-2003: Great Ellington tenor man
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 18, 2006
• Cholly Atkins, 1913-2003: Dancer and choreographer
• Clarence Atkins, 1921-2004: Jazz writer and historian, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Sil Austin, 1929-2001: Tenor Saxophonist Scored Pop Hits
            with 7 reader tributes, latest March 26, 2007
• Albert Ayler, 1936-1970: Breakfast in Montreal: Albert Ayler in Canada, by Stuart Broomer
• Donald Ayler, 1942-2007: Reclusive Trumpeter
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 16, 2008
• David Azarian, 1952-2003: Pianist and teacher killed in roadside accident, by Rob Hayes
            with 2 reader tributes, latest April 20, 2007
• Benny Bailey, 1925-2005: Expatriate bop trumpeter, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest December 23, 2005
• Derek Bailey, 1930-2005: Free-improvising guitarist, Incus label head, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest March 16, 2006
• Taswell Baird, Jr, 1922-2002: Veteran trombonist murdered
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 14, 2003
• David Baker, 1946-2004: Esteemed recording engineer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted October 7, 2005
• Kenny Baker, 1921-1999: Versatile English trumpet star
            with 3 reader tributes, latest February 28, 2001
• Tom Baker, 1952-2001: Multi-instrumentalist With Command of Many Styles
            with 1 reader tribute, posted August 23, 2005
• Nancie Banks, 1951-2002: Singer and bandleader
            with 3 reader tributes, latest November 8, 2004
• Danny Barcelona, 1929-2007: Armstrong All-Star, by James Hale
• Milton Barnes, 1931-2001: Canadian Composer with Roots in Jazz
• Ray Barretto, 1929-2006: Master conguero and salsa pioneer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 17, 2007
• Alex Barris, 1923-2004: Radio/TV personality, Oscar Peterson biographer, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Blue Barron, 1913-2005: 'Sweet' bandleader, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Dee Barton, 1937-2001: Multi-instrumentalist and Composer Dee Barton
            with 4 reader tributes, latest May 29, 2007
• Cliff Bastien, 1939-2003: Popular New Orleans-style jazzman
            with 1 reader tribute, posted June 16, 2005
• Alvin Batiste, 1932-2007: New Orleans Clarinetist and Jazz Educator
• Milton Batiste, Jr, 1934-2001: Charismatic Leader of Olympia Band
            with 3 reader tributes, latest February 23, 2005
• Sidney Bechet, 1897-1959: Centennial Celebration, by Tom Jacobsen
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 10, 2001
• Aaron Bell, 1922-2003: Ellington bassist, pianist, educator, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Tex Beneke, 1914-2000: An Architect of the Miller Sound
            with 18 reader tributes, latest March 10, 2008
• Joachim-Ernst Berendt, 1922-2000: The Man Who Wrote The Book On Jazz
            with 2 reader tributes, latest December 21, 2006
• Bob Berg, 1951-2002: A memory of Bob Berg at New Haven, by Scott H. Thompson
      Saxophonist Bob Berg (photograph by Ronnie James), by Ronnie James
      Saxophonist killed in automobile accident
            with 9 reader tributes, latest January 27, 2007
• Milt Bernhart, 1926-2004: West Coast trombonist and big-band enthusiast, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Bill Berry, 1930-2002: Trumpeter and cornetist
            with 2 reader tributes, latest June 19, 2004
• Pepsi Bethel, 1918-2002: Jazz dancer and choreographer
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 4, 2005
• Matt Betton, 1913-2002: Former Executive of IAJE
            with 1 reader tribute, posted November 19, 2005
• Keter Betts, 1928-2005: Beloved veteran bassist, by Steve Monroe
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 9, 2006
• Chief Bey, 1913-2004: Master of African drums, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 4 reader tributes, latest May 18, 2008
• Charlie Biddle, 1926-2003: Bassist helped develop Montreal jazz scene
            with 4 reader tributes, latest November 20, 2007
• Dan Bied, 1925-1998: Dan Bied 1925 - 1998, by Wilma Dobie
• Walter Bishop, 1927-1998: A Subtle and Thoughtful Improviser
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 23, 1999
• Stanley Black, 1913-2002: Popular bandleader began in jazz
            with 2 reader tributes, latest October 29, 2004
• Carlo Bohl, 1919-2004: Trumpeter, author, educator, by Wolfram Knauer
• Walter Bolden, 1925-2002: Drummer Was Much In Demand
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 6, 2005
• Lester Bowie, 1941-1999: Trumpeter In The Cause of Great Black Music
            with 1 reader tribute, posted January 7, 2005
• Ruby Braff, 1927-2003: Cornet master with a distinctive voice, by Kenny Mathieson
            with 4 reader tributes, latest March 5, 2007
• Helmut Brandt, 1931-2001: Germany's Foremost Baritone Saxophonist, by Marcus A. Woelfle
            with 2 reader tributes, latest August 26, 2001
• Michael Brecker, 1949-2007: 2004 JVC Jazz Festival in Newport, Rhode Island, by Michael Kurgansky
      2004 JVC Jazz Festival in Newport, Rhode Island, by Michael Kurgansky
      2004 JVC Jazz Festival in Newport, Rhode Island, by Michael Kurgansky
            with 6 reader tributes, latest March 4, 2008
• Pam Bricker, 1954-2005: Jazz and electronica vocalist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 14, 2006
• Paul Bridge, 1940-2001: Long-serving Bassist in Humph's Band
• Nick Brignola, 1936-2002: Gifted Specialist on the Baritone Saxophone
            with 3 reader tributes, latest July 26, 2007
• Gordon Brisker, 1937-2004: Tenor saxophonist, arranger and bandleader, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 9, 2008
• Billy Brooks, 1926-2002: Former Hampton trumpeter dies in Amsterdam
• David Brooks, 1922-2002: Tenor saxophonist Bubba Brooks, by Dan Kassell
            with 3 reader tributes, latest August 25, 2005
• Hadda Brooks, 1916-2002: Boogie-woogie star enjoyed late comeback
• Stella Brooks, 1910-2002: Singer once linked with Holiday
            with 1 reader tribute, posted September 11, 2005
• Buster Brown, 1913-2002: Tap Dancer worked with Duke
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 13, 2006
• Charles Brown, 1922-1999: A Sophisticated Take On The Blues
• Les Brown, 1912-2001: Swing Band Leader of Renown
            with 5 reader tributes, latest September 5, 2006
• Ray Brown, 1926-2002: A Giant of the Jazz Bass
            with 2 reader tributes, latest July 27, 2002
• Oscar Brown Jr., 1926-2005: Legendary jazz vocalist, poet and social activist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest August 1, 2007
• Bill Brunskill, 1920-2002: Trumpeter contributed to the UK revival scene
            with 10 reader tributes, latest November 21, 2007
• Cornelius Bumpus, 1946-2004: Saxophonist with Steely Dan, Doobie Brothers, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest April 8, 2006
• Larry Bunker, 1928-2005: West Coast drummer, vibist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 4 reader tributes, latest April 9, 2008
• Vinnie Burke, 1921-2002: Bass Player Vinnie Burke
            with 13 reader tributes, latest March 7, 2008
• Ralph Burns, 1922-2001: Arranger Famed from Herman to Hollywood
            with 4 reader tributes, latest July 19, 2006
• Tommy Burton, 1935-2000: Entertainer in the Waller Mode
            with 15 reader tributes, latest June 26, 2008
• Joe Bushkin, 1916-2004: Pianist, composer and trumpeter, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest December 8, 2005
• George Butler, 1931-2008: Label executive mentored young lions, by Ron Scott
• Jaki Byard, 1922-1999: Jaki Byard, An Appreciation, by W. Royal Stokes
      Jaki at Blues Alley, by Michael Wilderman
      Jackie at Bradley's, by Michael Wilderman
      Jaki playing saxophone, by Michael Wilderman
      A Unique Voice Silenced
            with 3 reader tributes, latest March 22, 1999
• Charlie Byrd, 1925-1999: Adapted Classical Finger Style to Jazz
            with 1 reader tribute, posted June 27, 2004
• Juan José Calatayud, 1939-2003: Pianist was a major figure in jazz in Mexico, by Alain Derbez
            with 7 reader tributes, latest February 17, 2008
• Conte Candoli, 1927-2001: Top West Coast Trumpet Soloist
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 26, 2001
• Walter Joseph (Pete) Candoli, 1923-2008: High-note specialist and LA fixture
            with 2 reader tributes, latest May 26, 2008
• Joyce Carr, 1931-2002: Singer Joyce Carr
            with 7 reader tributes, latest February 23, 2008
• Donald Carson, 1930-2000: Man Who Filled The Count's Shoes
• Benny Carter, 1907-2003: Revered elder statesman of jazz, by Kenny Mathieson
      Jazz loses its elder statesman, by David Dupont
            with 3 reader tributes, latest July 18, 2003
• Betty Carter, 1930-1998: Tasting The Good Life, by Howard Mandel
            with 3 reader tributes, latest May 15, 2001
• Billy Catalano, 1934-2005: San Francisco trumpeter and educator, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest September 20, 2006
• Lauderic Caton, 1910-1999: Electric Guitar Pioneer in the UK
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 28, 2006
• Vince Cattolica, 1923-2004: San Francisco clarinetist, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Thomas Chapin, 1957-1998: Free Play of Irrational and Innovative
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 22, 1999
• Denis Charles, 1933-1998: Rhythm of the Islands
• Ray Charles, 1930-2004: Ray Charles by Ronnie James, by Ronnie James
      International legend of soul, jazz, rock-and-roll, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted August 11, 2004
• Doc Cheatham, 1905-1997: Lead Man Turned Eminent Soloist
            with 4 reader tributes, latest April 9, 2008
• Don Cherry, 1936-1995: World Jazz Spirit, by Howard Mandel
      Key Figure In World Jazz
            with 5 reader tributes, latest September 15, 1998
• George Chisholm, 1915-1997: Trombonist Made International Reputation
            with 5 reader tributes, latest March 5, 2008
• Keba Bobo Cissoko, 1900-2003: Griot settled in America, by Sylvian Leroux
• Rosemary Clooney, 1928-2002: Highly Regarded Pop-Jazz Singer
• Jimmy Coe, 1921-2004: Bandleader and saxophonist, by Robert L. Campbell
• Basil Coetzee, 1944-1998: Impassioned Voice of the Townships
            with 4 reader tributes, latest April 15, 2008
• Gil Coggins, 1924-2004: Pianist with Coltrane, Miles, McLean, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 7, 2005
• Isaac Cole, 1927-2001: Out From The Shadow of Nat
            with 3 reader tributes, latest January 3, 2007
• Cy Coleman, 1929-2004: Award-winning Broadway composer, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Johnny Coles, 1926-1997: A Versatile Trumpet Craftsman
            with 5 reader tributes, latest July 3, 2008
• Cal Collins, 1933-2001: Country Boy Was Sophisticated Jazz Artist
            with 4 reader tributes, latest August 27, 2007
• John Collins, 1912-2001: Guitarist Spent 14 Years with Nat Cole Trio
            with 5 reader tributes, latest August 18, 2004
• Christopher Columbus, 1902-2002: Christopher Columbus
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 8, 2007
• Ray Conniff, 1916-2002: Trombonist, Arranger and Bandleader
            with 1 reader tribute, posted April 8, 2007
• Richard Cook, 1957-2007: Noted British jazz journalist and author
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 1, 2008
• Willie Cook, 1923-2000: Lead Trumpet Admired By The Duke
            with 2 reader tributes, latest December 14, 2005
• Anthony Corbiscello, 1952-2006: New Jersey drummer and bandleader, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest July 17, 2006
• Don Cornell, 1919-2004: Big band vocalist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest February 4, 2006
• Tony Crombie, 1925-1999: An Important Contributor to British Jazz
            with 3 reader tributes, latest May 6, 2007
• Gordon Cruickshank, 1949-2002: A leading figure on Scottish scene
            with 7 reader tributes, latest March 12, 2006
• Celia Cruz, 1924-2003: Singer known as the Queen of Salsa, by Kenny Mathieson
            with 5 reader tributes, latest April 28, 2004
• Bob Cummins, 1932-2000: Valuable Documenter of the Loft Jazz Scene
            with 1 reader tribute, posted September 28, 2005
• Helen Oakley Dance, 1913-2001: Helen Oakley Dance 1913-2001, by Francis J. Dance
            with 2 reader tributes, latest June 6, 2001
• Stanley Dance, 1910-1999: Chronicler of the Swing Era
      Stanley Dance: 1910-1999, by Bob Porter
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 10, 1999
• Hugh Davies, 1943-2005: Free improviser and instrument inventor, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Arthur Davis, 1934-2007: Versatile Bassist, Educator and Psychologist
• Dolly Dawn, 1916-2002: Big band singer
            with 8 reader tributes, latest February 10, 2008
• Elton Dean, 1945-2006: Influential British fusion and free jazz saxophonist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 13, 2006
• Bill DeArango, 1921-2005: Early bebop guitarist, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Barrett Deems, 1914-1998: A Fast Pair of Hands
            with 4 reader tributes, latest April 16, 2007
• Duke Dejan, 1909-2002: Duke Dejan, founder of the Olympia Brass Band
• Matt Dennis, 1914-2002: Composer of Angel Eyes
            with 2 reader tributes, latest March 26, 2004
• Martin Denny, 1911-2005: "Exotica" pop-culture bandleader, pianist, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Joe Derise, 1926-2002: Joe Derise, singer
            with 4 reader tributes, latest August 14, 2006
• Clyde Dickerson, 1923-2003: Saxophonist doubled as doorman
• Dorothy Donegan, 1922-1998: Dorothy Donegan Did It Her Way: Fans Loved but Critics Belittled, by Wilma Dobie
            with 9 reader tributes, latest August 20, 1998
• Lonnie Donegan, 1931-2002: First UK Skiffle star dies on tour
            with 1 reader tribute, posted October 15, 2004
• Joel Dorn, 1942-2007:
      Influential record producer and label executive
• Tom Dowd, 1925-2002: Innovative recording engineer
• Buzzy Drootin, 1920-2000: Versatile Drummer With Roots In Dixieland
            with 1 reader tribute, posted January 23, 2005
• Jack Duff, 1940-2000: Saxophonist With Classic Swing Virtues
            with 2 reader tributes, latest March 8, 2001
• Joan Durell, 1929-2000: Big Band Singer
• Allen Eager, 1927-2003: Bill Crow remembers Allen Eager, by Bill Crow
      Lester-influenced tenorman of the bebop era, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 2, 2004
• Dean Earl, 1900-2002: Pianist and Teacher Dean Earl
            with 8 reader tributes, latest June 6, 2008
• Charles Earland, 1941-1999: The Mighty Burner
            with 3 reader tributes, latest January 1, 2000
• Harry Edison, 1915-1999: A Swinging Trumpet Star
            with 3 reader tributes, latest June 26, 2007
• Teddy Edwards, 1924-2003: Major player on the West Coast scene
            with 7 reader tributes, latest November 15, 2006
• Ruth Ellington Boatwright, 1915-2004: Duke's sister and business manager, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Nancy Miller Elliott, 1940-1998: Nancy Miller Elliott 1940 - 1998, by Chip Deffaa
            with 4 reader tributes, latest January 30, 2001
• Phil Elwood, 1926-2006: Bay Area jazz writer and radio host, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Frank Emilio, 1921-2001: Late Recognition for Cuban Master
• Bob Enevoldsen, 1920-2005: West Coast multi-instrumentalist, arranger, by Todd S. Jenkins
• John Ewing, 1917-2002: Trombonist Streamline Ewing
            with 2 reader tributes, latest June 9, 2006
• Bill Eyden, 1930-2004: English bop, R&B drummer, by Gene Martin
• John Fahey, 1939-2001: A Great Iconoclast in American Music
            with 4 reader tributes, latest March 16, 2001
• Marty Faloon, 1922-2002: Guitarist
• Bill Fanning, 1929-1999: Preserver of the Big Band Message
            with 5 reader tributes, latest October 12, 2007
• Tal Farlow, 1921-1998: The Reluctant Innovator
            with 6 reader tributes, latest October 21, 2007
• Art Farmer, 1928-1999: A Lyrical Voice from the Bebop Era
• Nick Fatool, 1915-2000: A Sensitive and Musical Drum Stylist
            with 2 reader tributes, latest August 15, 2004
• Malachi Favors (Maghostus), 1927-2004: Bassist with Art Ensemble of Chicago, other groups, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Leonard Feather, 1914-1994: Leonard Feather 1914 - 1994, by Gary Giddins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest October 31, 1997
• Mort Fega, 1921-2005: Radio host and record producer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 7 reader tributes, latest September 24, 2007
• Sherman Ferguson, 1944-2006: L.A. session drummer, teacher, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 7 reader tributes, latest April 25, 2006
• Manfredo Fest, 1936-1999: Pioneer in Jazz Samba, by Philip Booth
            with 7 reader tributes, latest April 18, 2007
• J B Figi, 1937-1999: An Influential Chicago Critic, by John Litweiler
            with 1 reader tribute, posted April 20, 2007
• Ella Fitzgerald, 1917-1996: A Giant of 20th Century Song
            with 4 reader tributes, latest November 14, 2006
• Tommy Flanagan, 1930-2001: Sunset & Tommy Flanagan, by Ashley Kahn
      Lucid and Sophisticated Jazz Pianist
            with 5 reader tributes, latest January 25, 2006
• Bob Florence, 1932-2008: Grammy-winning bandleader and arranger, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 16, 2008
• Carl Fontana, 1928-2003: Great West Coast/Vegas trombonist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest September 11, 2006
• Helen Forrest, 1918-1999: Star of the Big Band Era
            with 3 reader tributes, latest August 14, 2006
• Bobby Forrester, 1947-2002: Keyboards and MD for Ruth Brown for quarter century
• Vernel Fournier, 1928-2000: Subtle and Understated Drummer
            with 5 reader tributes, latest October 11, 2007
• Ray Foxley, 1928-2002: Pianist with Colyer and Barber, by Marcus A. Woelfle
            with 1 reader tribute, posted August 11, 2005
• Panama Francis, 1918-2001: The Funeral in Harlem, by Carla Rupp
      Drummer Resurrected the Savoy Sultans
            with 3 reader tributes, latest December 11, 2006
• Charles Frazier, 1907-2002: Charles Frazier
• Russ Freeman, 1926-2002: Important West Coast Pianist
            with 3 reader tributes, latest February 26, 2006
• Johnny Frigo, 1916-2007: Veteran Chicago violinist/bassist
• Jerry Fuller, 1939-2002: Canadian drummer played with Ellington, Peterson, by Len Dobbin
            with 1 reader tribute, posted July 23, 2002
• Walter Fuller, 1910-2003: Trumpeter scored big hit with Ear Hines
• Lowell Fulson, 1921-1999: Influential West Coast Bluesman
• Sam Furnace, 1954-2004: Saxophonist with Hemphill, O'Farrill, etc., by Todd S. Jenkins
• Milt Gabler, 1911-2001: Founder of Commodore Records
• Ken Gallacher, 1939-2003: Familiar figure on Scottish jazz scene, by Kenny Mathieson
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 22, 2003
• Kenny Gardner, 1913-2002: Kenny Gardner, singer
            with 20 reader tributes, latest June 15, 2007
• Hank Garland, 1930-2004: Rock-and-roll, jazz and country guitarist, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Linton Garner, 1915-2003: Pianist was brother of Errol Garner
• Max Geldray, 1916-2004: Harmonica player and TV 'Goon', by Angela Morley
• John Gilmore, 1931-1995: Self-Effacing Disciple of Sun Ra
            with 2 reader tributes, latest November 7, 2007
• Jimmy Giuffre, 1921-2008: Innovative clarinetist and bandleader
• Eddie Gladden, 1937-2003: Drummer, worked with jazz greats, by Zan Stewart
            with 7 reader tributes, latest January 1, 2008
• Kenneth Glancy, 1925-1999: Record Executive Fostered Notable Jazz Names
            with 1 reader tribute, posted November 2, 2004
• Nat Gonella, 1908-1998: Armstrong Acolyte Was A UK Star
            with 13 reader tributes, latest May 9, 2008
• Leslie Gourse, 1939-2004: Music critic, author and biographer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 29, 2008
• Michel Graillier, 1946-2003: French pianist worked with Chet
            with 2 reader tributes, latest August 12, 2004
• Norman Granz, 1918-2001: Non-Musician Who Played Huge Role in Jazz History
            with 5 reader tributes, latest February 4, 2008
• Stephane Grappelli, 1908-1997: A Master of Gallic Swing
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 13, 2005
• Al Grey, 1925-2000: Last of the Big Plungers
            with 4 reader tributes, latest March 29, 2000
• John Guerin, 1939-2004: Crossover drummer, producer, arranger, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Freddy Guerra, 1923-2003: Big Band leader began with Miller
            with 5 reader tributes, latest June 27, 2006
• Friedrich Gulda, 1930-2000: Classical Iconoclast Turned To jazz
• Tommy Gwaltney, 1921-2003: Founder of Blues Alley in DC
• Joe Hackbarth, 1931-2000: German Drummer and Painter, by Marcus A. Woelfle
• Emil Haddad, 1922-2004: Worcester area trumpeter, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest January 23, 2005
• Bob Haggart, 1914-1998: The Big Noise is Silenced
            with 5 reader tributes, latest April 27, 2008
• Paul Haines, 1933-2003: Poet collaborated on jazz projects
            with 6 reader tributes, latest June 29, 2008
• Lin Halliday, 1936-2000: Tenorman Who Left It Late
      Lin Halliday with Tom Morey (drums) and colleagues, c. 1955, by Tom Morey
            with 3 reader tributes, latest August 6, 2007
• Lionel Hampton, 1908-2002:
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 19, 2008
• D. Antoinette Handy-Miller, 1931-2002: Former director of NEA fund
            with 2 reader tributes, latest March 20, 2006
• Sir Roland Hanna, 1932-2002: Pianist was jazz aristocrat
            with 8 reader tributes, latest September 28, 2007
• Louis Hardin, 1916-1999: The Viking of Sixth Avenue
            with 4 reader tributes, latest December 29, 2007
• Don Harris, 1938-1999: Ground-breaking electric violinist
• Eddie Harris, 1936-1996: Eddie Harris 1936 - 1996, by Neil Tesser
      Hard Hitting Chicago Tenorman
            with 5 reader tributes, latest June 24, 1997
• Gene Harris, 1933-2000: From The Three Sounds to Solo Star
            with 10 reader tributes, latest January 28, 2000
• Vivian Harris, 1902-2000: The Voice of the Apollo
            with 1 reader tribute, posted April 27, 2004
• Ernie Hatfield, 1914-2002: Pianist on the Seattle scene
            with 2 reader tributes, latest November 19, 2006
• Danny Hayes, 1946-2004: Trumpeter with Rich, Mulligan, Severinsen, by Bill Kirchner
            with 3 reader tributes, latest December 22, 2007
• Harry Hayes, 1909-2002: Saxophonist and Bandleader Harry Hayes
• Jeff Healey, 1966-2008: Blues-rock guitar virtuoso, early jazz historian, broadcaster
• Percy Heath, 1923-2005: Modern Jazz Quartet bassist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 4 reader tributes, latest August 24, 2005
• Dick Heckstall-Smith, 1934-2004: British blues and fusion saxophonist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 4, 2005
• Sonya Hedenbratt, 1931-2001: Popular Swedish Jazz Singer, by Stefan Wijkstr
• Daphne Hellman, 1916-2002: Daphne Hellman, harpist
            with 1 reader tribute, posted August 10, 2002
• Joe Henderson, 1937-2001: Tenor Giant Stood Among the Greats
            with 2 reader tributes, latest July 4, 2001
• Luther Henderson, 1919-2003: Arranger, orchestrator for Ellington, Broadway, TV, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 9, 2004
• Rick Henderson, 1928-2004: Washington, D.C. saxophonist, Ellington alumnus, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Russell Herman, 1953-1998: Guitarist Turned Producer
            with 3 reader tributes, latest January 26, 2008
• Frank Hewitt, 1935-2002:
            with 2 reader tributes, latest November 20, 2004
• Al Hibbler, 1915-2001: Eccentric But Talented Singer
            with 3 reader tributes, latest July 21, 2007
• John Hicks, 1942-2006: Prolific pianist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest March 22, 2007
• Billy Higgins, 1936-2001: All Grace, by Mike Zwerin
      Master Drummer of Modern Jazz
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 30, 2001
• Andrew Hill, 1931-2007: Distinctive composer and pianist, by James Hale
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 4, 2007
• Dudley Hill, 1948-2005: Guitarist with Pearl Django, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Milt Hinton, 1910-2000: The Judge Was Dean of Jazz Bassists
            with 1 reader tribute, posted April 28, 2001
• Jutta Hipp, 1925-2003: Pianist made brief impact on 50s bop scene
            with 4 reader tributes, latest August 13, 2006
• Al Hirt, 1922-1999: a Symbol of New Orleans
            with 2 reader tributes, latest June 20, 1999
• John Lee Hooker, 1917-2001: With a pin-stripe suit, by Gregg Juke
      King of Country Boogie
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 10, 2007
• Fred Hopkins, 1947-1999: An Original and Expressive Bassist
            with 1 reader tribute, posted October 5, 2006
• Shirley Horn, 1934-2005: Sublime vocalist and pianist, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Clint Houston, 1946-2000: Supple and Creative Bassist
            with 6 reader tributes, latest January 10, 2001
• Bart Howard, 1915-2004: Composer of 'Fly Me To The Moon', 'Let Me Love You', by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 25, 2006
• Peanuts Hucko, 1918-2003: Swing clarinet star, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 6 reader tributes, latest May 5, 2006
• Randi Hultin, 1926-2000: Under the Spell of Jazz
            with 4 reader tributes, latest July 19, 2007
• Weldon Irvine, 1942-2002: Pianist and composer Weldon Irvine
            with 2 reader tributes, latest July 1, 2002
• Dennis Irwin, 1951-2008: Popular Bassist
• Vernon Isaac, 1913-1999: Canadian Musician and Bandleader, by Ron Sweetman
• Chubby Jackson, 1918-2003: Chubby and Duffy Jackson, the Only Father-and-Son Bass and Drum Team in Jazz, by W. Royal Stokes
            with 7 reader tributes, latest December 2, 2006
• John Jackson, 1924-2002: Blues singer John Jackson
• Milt Jackson, 1923-1999: Great Innovator on the Vibes
            with 2 reader tributes, latest January 14, 2006
• Pete Jacobsen, 1950-2002: Undervalued pianist on the British jazz scene
• Illinois Jacquet, 1922-2004: Tenor saxophone titan, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted August 22, 2004
• James Jacson, 1932-1997: Infinity Drummer
• Clifford Jarvis, 1941-1999: Incendiary drummer and great teacher
            with 11 reader tributes, latest December 26, 1999
• Mary Jefferson, 1927-2002: Mary Jefferson, singer
            with 4 reader tributes, latest June 6, 2006
• Roland Parris (Ron) Jefferson, 1926-2007: Popular Drummer in the 1950s
            with 2 reader tributes, latest May 30, 2007
• Jerry Jerome, 1912-2001: Featured Tenorman with Famous Big Bands
            with 6 reader tributes, latest June 4, 2008
• Ted Joans, 1928-2003: Poet was instigator of 'Bird Lives' graffiti
• Bj Johansen, 1940-2002: Saxophonist was Major Figure in Norwegian Jazz, by Stefan Wijkstr
• Ella Johnson, 1917-2004: Dance-band singer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 4 reader tributes, latest May 25, 2007
• Gus Johnson, 1913-2000: A Sensitive Drummer in Many Contexts
            with 4 reader tributes, latest June 25, 2007
• J. J. Johnson, 1924-2001: Premier Exponent of Jazz Trombone
            with 3 reader tributes, latest March 10, 2001
• Oliver Johnson, 1944-2002: Drummer Oliver Johnson
            with 6 reader tributes, latest October 30, 2007
• Noble Jolley, 1955-2003: Guitarist and teacher in DC area
            with 7 reader tributes, latest January 13, 2006
• Pete Jolly, 1932-2004: West Coast pianist, accordionist, soundtrack player, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted June 10, 2007
• Burgher Jones, 1924-2000: Bass Player Took Flight From Bird
• Elvin Jones, 1927-2004: Legendary drummer and bandleader, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest February 1, 2006
• Etta Jones, 1928-2001: Highly Respected Jazz Singer
            with 5 reader tributes, latest May 8, 2007
• Herbie Jones, 1927-2001: Reliable Lead Trumpet in Ellington Orchestra
• Jonah Jones, 1909-2000: Jazz Trumpeter Took Smooth Road
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 22, 2007
• Eugene Kalbacher, 1952-1999: Writer and Publisher of Hot House
            with 2 reader tributes, latest June 23, 1999
• Buddy Kaye, 1918-2002: Songwriter wrote hits for Sinatra, Fitzgerald
            with 3 reader tributes, latest April 6, 2008
• Cab Kaye, 1921-2000: An Exhuberant Voice in British Jazz
            with 5 reader tributes, latest February 26, 2008
• Ellsworth Keane, 1927-1997: Carribean Free Jazz Innovator
            with 5 reader tributes, latest November 1, 2005
• Bob Kelly, 1930-1999: Boogie Woogie Specialist
            with 6 reader tributes, latest April 7, 2008
• George Kelly, 1915-1998: An Original Savoy Sultan
            with 1 reader tribute, posted April 16, 2006
• Joe Kennedy Jr., 1923-2004: Honored jazz violinist, educator, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest January 8, 2008
• Robin Kenyatta, 1942-2004: Versatile reeds player and educator, by Ayo Kenyatta Haynes
            with 3 reader tributes, latest June 19, 2007
• Barney Kessel, 1923-2004: Perennially popular guitarist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 4 reader tributes, latest June 19, 2004
• Jeanette Kimball, 1906-2001: Seventy Year Career in Traditional Jazz
• Ward Kimball, 1914-2002: Ward Kimbell, trombonist and founder of Firehouse Five
• Earl King, 1934-2003: New Orleans bluesman with flamboyant style
• Lester Kinsey, 1927-2001: Blues Patriarch
• Kenny Kirkland, 1955-1998: Kenny Kirkland Obituary
            with 5 reader tributes, latest December 22, 2000
• Mati Klarwein, 1932-2002: Artist's Painting Featured On Cover of Bitches Brew
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 23, 2002
• Jimmy Knepper, 1927-2003: Gifted trombonist and arranger
            with 3 reader tributes, latest November 15, 2004
• Moe Koffman, 1928-2001: Leading Light in Canadian Jazz
            with 4 reader tributes, latest May 28, 2008
• Hans Koller, 1921-2003: Austrian saxophonist, composer, bandleader, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 10, 2005
• Peter Kowald, 1944-2002: Peter Kowald
            with 1 reader tribute, posted August 15, 2004
• Roy Kral, 1921-2002: Roy Kral, singer and half of famous duo
            with 3 reader tributes, latest January 14, 2006
• Billy Krechmer, 1910-2002: Clarinettist and Club Owner Billy Krechmer
            with 2 reader tributes, latest December 4, 2007
• Volker Kriegel, 1943-2003: Jazz-rock guitarist was also illustrator, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest July 16, 2005
• Steve Lacy, 1934-2004: soprano saxophonist, Monk enthusiast, free jazz pioneer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest July 26, 2004
• Don Lamond, 1920-2003: Great Herman Herd drummer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 28, 2006
• Harold Land, 1928-2001: Unassuming Tenor Saxophonist with an Original Voice
            with 4 reader tributes, latest August 7, 2001
• Shawn Lane, 1963-2003: Rock and world-fusion guitarist, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 4 reader tributes, latest May 23, 2007
• Don Lanphere, 1928-2003: Washington State saxophonist and "favorite son", by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest January 2, 2008
• John LaPorta, 1920-2004: Reedman, composer, arranger, educator, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest April 2, 2005
• Ellis Larkins, 1923-2002: Pianist
            with 3 reader tributes, latest March 14, 2006
• Cy Laurie, 1926-2002: Clarinettist Was Leading Figure in British Revival Scene
            with 9 reader tributes, latest June 3, 2008
• Arnie Lawrence, 1938-2005: Saxophonist, educator, peacemaker, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 5 reader tributes, latest May 19, 2007
• Bill Le Sage, 1927-2001: Accomplished Defender of the Bebop Idiom
            with 11 reader tributes, latest September 20, 2007
• Allan Leat, 1916-2001: Guitarist Allan Leat
• Mark Ledford, 1960-2004: Vocalist, trumpeter with Metheny, others, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 12 reader tributes, latest March 26, 2008
• Jeanne Lee, 1939-2000: Donations in Memorium to Jeanne Lee, by Children of Jeanne Lee
      Leading Vocal Improviser on the Free Jazz Scene
            with 1 reader tribute, posted November 8, 2000
• Peggy Lee, 1920-2002: Cool and Sultry Star of Jazz and Pop
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 19, 2006
• Donald Leight, 1923-2004: Trumpeter, inspired Broadway hit "Side Man", by Todd S. Jenkins
• Stan Levey, 1926-2005: Bebop/West Coast drummer, photographer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted October 18, 2007
• Walt Levinsky, 1919-1999: Preserving the Goodman Legacy
            with 9 reader tributes, latest June 10, 2008
• Hank Levy, 1927-2001: Innovative Arranger for Kenton and Others
            with 18 reader tributes, latest May 30, 2008
• Lou Levy, 1928-2001: Pianist With An Affinity for Song, by George Ziskind
            with 6 reader tributes, latest March 19, 2001
• John Lewis, 1920-2001: Musical Architect of the Modern Jazz Quartet
            with 4 reader tributes, latest March 13, 2007
• Juno Lewis, 1932-2002: Juno Lewis, writer of Kulu Se Mama
            with 4 reader tributes, latest July 8, 2007
• Abram Lincoln, 1907-2000: Hard-Hitting Trombone Stylist
            with 4 reader tributes, latest September 28, 2007
• Melba Liston, 1926-1999: A Sensitive and Daring Arranger
            with 2 reader tributes, latest May 21, 2007
• Alan Lomax, 1915-2002: Famous Collector of Music In The Field
• Julie London, 1926-2000: Sultry and Sophisticated Singer
            with 2 reader tributes, latest December 13, 2005
• Stephen Longstreet, 1907-2002: Writer Stephen Longstreet
• Charlie Lourie, 1940-2000: Co-Founder of Mosaic Records
            with 3 reader tributes, latest February 25, 2001
• Jimmy Lovelace, 1940-2004: Drummer with Benson, Montgomery, Scott, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest April 17, 2006
• Frank Lowe, 1943-2003: Powerful, undersung free jazz tenorman, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted January 7, 2007
• Jacques Lowe, 1930-2001: Kennedy Photographer Also Jazz Chronicler, by Bob Blumenthal
• Tommy Loy, 1930-2002: Cornettist
            with 5 reader tributes, latest March 30, 2008
• John Lucas, 1917-2001: Trumpeter Overcame His Disabilities
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 5, 2004
• Jon Lucien, 1942-2007: Smooth Jazz Vocalist
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 19, 2007
• Dawn and Sandra Luck, 1920-2002: Husband and wife team supported jazz in London, by Doug Yeager
            with 1 reader tribute, posted September 19, 2004
• Warren Luckey, 1920-2005: Early bebop tenorman, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted March 2, 2006
• Arthur Lyman, 1932-2002: Carrying a tiki torch for band leader Arthur Lyman, by Nate Chinen
            with 6 reader tributes, latest September 13, 2007
• Humphrey Lyttleton, 1921-2008: Early British jazz star and BBC broadcaster
            with 1 reader tribute, posted May 13, 2008
• Teo Macero, 1925-2008: Longtime Miles Davis producer
• Rob Madna, 1931-2003: Well-established pianist on Dutch jazz scene
            with 4 reader tributes, latest January 29, 2008
• Jack Maher, 1924-2003: Former publisher of Downbeat, by Frank Alkyer
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 22, 2003
• Bob Maize, 1945-2004: West Coast bassist on Concord Jazz albums, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 24, 2007
• Raphe Malik, 1948-2006: Free jazz trumpeter with Taylor, Lyons, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Albert Mangelsdorff, 1928-2005: German trombone innovator, by Todd S. Jenkins
• David Mann, 1916-2002: Songwriter David Mann
            with 1 reader tribute, posted January 6, 2006
• Herbie Mann, 1930-2003: Herbie Mann at the 2000 Freihofer's Jazz Festival, Saratoga Springs, NY
      Crossover star established flute as serious jazz instrument, by Kenny Mathieson
            with 4 reader tributes, latest July 18, 2003
• Frank Mantooth, 1947-2004: Pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 9, 2004
• Marie Marcus, 1914-2003: Jazz pianist, Waller protege, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 4 reader tributes, latest January 28, 2007
• Dodo Marmarosa, 1925-2002: Troubled pianist made brief but lasting impact on jazz
            with 4 reader tributes, latest September 7, 2007
• Hank Marr, 1927-2004: Hammond organist and educator, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Wendell Marshall, 1920-2002: Bass Player with Prodigious Musical Associates
            with 3 reader tributes, latest December 17, 2006
• Gene Martin, 1951-2006:
      Gene Martin: A Reminiscence, by W. Royal Stokes
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 17, 2008
• Billy Maxted, 1917-2001: Jazz Arranger and Pianist
            with 5 reader tributes, latest December 13, 2007
• Jimmy Maxwell, 1917-2002: Jimmy Maxwell, lead trumpet with top bands
            with 6 reader tributes, latest July 5, 2007
• Billy May, 1916-2004: Arranger, composer, bandleader, Sinatra associate, by Todd S. Jenkins
• John Mayer, 1930-2004: Violinist, composer, Indo-Jazz fusion pioneer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 2 reader tributes, latest September 10, 2005
• Susannah McCorkle, 1946-2001: Tragic End for Gifted Singer
            with 4 reader tributes, latest June 20, 2001
• Ron McCroby, 1934-2002: Ron McCroby, jazz whistler
            with 14 reader tributes, latest February 9, 2006
• Jack McDuff, 1926-2001: Thanks Brother Jack McDuff, by Dave Stryker
      Subtle But Groovin' Soul Jazz Star
            with 5 reader tributes, latest January 28, 2001
• Cleo McGee, 1928-2002: Blues singer Big Bo McGee
            with 2 reader tributes, latest February 16, 2007
• Charles McGhee, 1942-2002: Charles E. McGhee
            with 1 reader tribute, posted December 8, 2007
• Loonis McGlohon, 1921-2002: Pianist and Songwriter Loonis McGlohon
• Jimmy McGriff, 1936-2008: Blues organist
            with 1 reader tribute, posted June 26, 2008
• Makanda Ken McIntyre, 1931-2001: Lyrical Member of the Avant-Garde
            with 2 reader tributes, latest July 8, 2001
• Jackie McLean, 1932-2006: Jackie McLean at the 2004 JVC Jazz Festival in Newport, R.I., by Michael Kurgansky
      Renowned alto saxophonist and educator, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest May 4, 2007
• Ted McMichael, 1908-2001: Last of the Original Merry Macs
• Teddy McRae, 1908-1999: Arranger with the Hit Touch
            with 1 reader tribute, posted August 12, 2004
• Jack McVea, 1914-2000: Tenor Man Scored Big Novelty Hit
• Gil Melle, 1931-2004: Baritone saxophonist, composer, inventor, by Todd S. Jenkins
• Sheldon Meyer, 1926-2006: Extraordinary Editor, by W. Royal Stokes
• Louis-Victor Mialy, 1930-2003: Long career in record industry, by Don Lucoff
• Jay Migliori, 1930-2001: Saxophonist Was Original Member of Supersax
            with 3 reader tributes, latest March 17, 2008
• Bobby Milano, 1936-2006: Crooner and producer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 7 reader tributes, latest July 9, 2007
• Pete Minger, 1943-2000: A Mainstay of the Florida Jazz Scene
            with 7 reader tributes, latest April 25, 2000
• Paul Misraki, 1908-1998: Popular Songwriter With Jazz Credentials
            with 2 reader tributes, latest April 5, 2007
• Billy Mitchell, 1926-2001: Saxophonist Played with Dizzy and The Count
            with 5 reader tributes, latest June 12, 2008
• Grover Mitchell, 1930-2003: Trombonist was latter-day leader of Basie Orchestra, by Len Dobbin
            with 3 reader tributes, latest March 21, 2006
• Paul Moen, 1953-2004: Saxophonist, arranger for Rich, Hampton, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest February 11, 2008
• Moses Taiwa Molelekwa, 1973-2001: Tragic Ending for Rising African Star
            with 8 reader tributes, latest April 11, 2008
• Nellie Monk, 1921-2002: Nellie Monk, devoted supporter of Thelonious
• Buddy Montez, 1934-2003: Early Latin jazz leader in California
• Marion Montgomery, 1934-2002: Jazz singer with broad appeal
            with 4 reader tributes, latest January 24, 2008
• Jack Montrose, 1928-2006: West Coast tenorman and arranger, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 1 reader tribute, posted February 12, 2006
• Anita Moore, 1950-2001: Singer in The Ellington Tradition
            with 6 reader tributes, latest September 16, 2007
• Arnold 'Gatemouth' Moore, 1913-2004: Influential blues singer, by Todd S. Jenkins
            with 3 reader tributes, latest April 20, 2008
• Dudley Moore, 1935-2002: Pianist Dudley Moore
            with 1 reader tribute, posted July 20, 2002
• Dennis Lee Moorman, 1940-2002: Thoughtful and Musical Pianist and Arranger, by Dan Kassell