Benny Golson

Benny Golson, a master saxophonist revered as much for the durable standards he contributed to the jazz repertoire as for his eloquent tenor sound, died on Saturday at his home in Manhattan. He was 95.

Saxophonist Benny Golson’s gift for composition and his connections to Philadelphia shaped the trajectory of jazz. At 95, Golson’s influence goes beyond a voice on the saxophone.

Prolific jazz composer and saxophonist Benny Golson turned 94 in January. A new documentary film about his life and work tells an inspiring story of advancement.

Tenor saxophonist/composer, Benny Golson is now in his second half-century as a touring and recording jazz artist. He began performing almost 60 years ago…