Big Sid Catlett

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Big Sid Catlett

AKA Sidney Catlett

Born: 10-Jan-1910
Birthplace: Nashville, TN
Died: 25-Mar-1951
Location of death: Chicago, IL
Cause of death: Heart Failure

Gender: Male
Race or Ethnicity: Black
Occupation: Jazz Musician, Drummer

Nationality: United States
Executive summary: Jazz/swing drummer

Louis Armstrong and His All-Stars
The Benny Goodman Orchestra
Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame 1996

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