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J. J. Johnson was an American jazz trombonist, composer, and arranger, born on January 22, 1924, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and he passed away on February 4, 2001, in the same city. From 1941 to 1942, he toured with the territory bands of Clarence Love. Between 1942 and 1945, he played with a big band, making his recording debut by soloing on "Love for Sale" in October 1943 and participating in the first Jazz at the Philharmonic concert in July 1944. His career continued from 1945 to 1946, and from 1946 to 1960, he performed with various notable musicians, including a stint with a group that recorded in 1947, the big band, and the 'Birth of the Cool' Nonet. His own recordings during this time featured collaborations with other prominent artists. In 1951 and 1952, he played with Miles Davis, and from 1954 to 1956, he formed a two-trombone quintet that became known for its reunions. Johnson led a quintet from 1956 to 1960, focusing more on his compositions, which included "Poem for Brass," "El Camino Real," and "Lament," the latter of which became a standard. Between 1961 and 1962, he worked again with Miles Davis and led small groups of

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