Tony Scott

British Jazz Clarinetist and Film Composer

Tony Scott was a renowned jazz clarinetist and arranger known for his contributions to both the bebop and cool jazz movements. Born Anthony Joseph Sciacca on June 17, 1921, in Morristown, New Jersey, he became one of the few clarinetists to embrace the bebop style. Throughout his career, Scott worked with a variety of jazz legends, including Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Ben Webster. He was also known for his interest in world music, which led him to incorporate elements of Eastern music into his work. In the 1950s and 1960s, Scott spent time in Africa and Asia studying local musical traditions, which influenced his later recordings. His exploration of different cultures is reflected in some of his album themes and titles. Tony Scott passed away on March 28, 2007, leaving behind a legacy as an innovative musician who sought to expand the boundaries of jazz through his global influences.