Harold Vick

Harold Vick
  • Type: Musician
  • Country: United States
  • Born: 1936-04-03 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States
  • Died: 1987-11-13 in New York City, New York, United States
  • Active: 1950s–1987

Biography

American hard bop and soul jazz saxophonist Harold Vick (1936 to 1987) emerged from the organ combo scene, recording with *Jack McDuff* before leading his own sessions for #Blue Note#, beginning with 'Steppin' Out!' in 1963. His warm, blues rooted tenor and flute work made him a valued sideman for *Ray Charles*, *Aretha Franklin* and *Shirley Scott*, while his own albums for #RCA Victor#, #Muse# and #Strata-East# remain soul jazz landmarks.

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