Lester Willis Young (1909-1959), often known as ‘Pres’ or ‘Prez’ was an American jazz saxophonist who played with a characteristically relaxed ‘free-floating style’. He rose to prominence whilst playing with...
Lester Willis Young (1909-1959), often known as ‘Pres’ or ‘Prez’ was an American jazz saxophonist who played with a characteristically relaxed ‘free-floating style’. He rose to prominence whilst playing with the Count Basie Orchestra.