American jazz musician, alto, tenor and occasional baritone saxophonist. Son of [a905489]. Born: February 2, 1924, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. Died: July 22, 1982, Washington, D.C., U.S.A. Stitt played in [a=Tiny Bradshaw]'s band and first recorded in the 40's for [a=Billy Eckstine]`s big band and [a=Dizzy Gillespie]`s big band during the bebop era. Established on the American jazz scene in the 50's and 60`s, he was a prolific recording artist. From 1950 until his death, he made at least one recording a…