Member of Count Basie & His Orchestra →, Duke Ellington & His Orchestra →
Don Byas was an American jazz tenor saxophonist known for his work in the swing and bebop styles. Throughout his career, he collaborated with notable musicians such as Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Art Blakey, and Dizzy Gillespie. His significant recordings include the albums "Laura" and "All The Things You Are". Byas spent the last 26 years of his life in Europe, where he continued recording and performing. His contribution to jazz music was recognized by his induction into the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame in 1997. The products available from the artist Don Byas include CDs.
