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29 Oct 1925 — 23 Mar 1985
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Biography

John Haley "Zoot" Sims (October 29, 1925 - March 23, 1985) was an American jazz saxophonist.

He was born in Inglewood, California. Sims' family was involved in vaudeville, and, for his part, John learned to play both drums and clarinet at an early age. Zoot's father was a vaudeville hoofer, and Zoot prided himself on remembering many of the steps his father taught him.

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Member of

Gerry Mulligan Sextet
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The Kenny Clarke - Francy Boland Sextet
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The Al Cohn & Zoot Sims Quintet
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Discography

Studio Album