Where does Serge Chaloff rank on Lunoo?

Serge Chaloff is ranked #47 in Lunoo's Best Saxophonist rankings with a score of 7.9/10.

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Serge Chaloff

7.88

Good

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Saxophonist American Jazz Cool Bebop Baritone

description Serge Chaloff Overview

Serge Chaloff was an American jazz baritone saxophonist who lived from 1923 to 1957 and became an important early exponent of bebop on his instrument. He was a member of Woody Herman's Second Herd and played in its celebrated Four Brothers saxophone section, whose arrangement and sound became closely associated with the band. His recordings are of particular interest to listeners tracing the development of modern baritone saxophone playing from big-band jazz into bebop and small-group settings.

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Serge Chaloff ranks #45 of 157 in the Saxophonist ranking, behind Clifford Jordan, ahead of Daniel Deffayet.

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How good is Serge Chaloff?

Serge Chaloff scores 7.88/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Saxophonist category. Bebop baritone pioneer and Four Brothers member, Blue Serge admired; brief troubled career limited output.

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