Snooky Young

For other people named Eugene Young, see Eugene Young (disambiguation).
Snooky Young
Background information
Born(1919-02-03)February 3, 1919
Dayton, Ohio, U.S.
DiedMay 11, 2011(2011-05-11) (aged 92)
Newport Beach, California, U.S.
GenresJazz
Instruments
Labels
  • Master Jazz
  • Concord Jazz
Formerly of

Eugene Edward "Snooky" Young (February 3, 1919 – May 11, 2011) was an American jazz trumpeter. He was known for his mastery of the plunger mute, with which he was able to create a wide range of sounds.

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