Lionel Grigson

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As per our current Database, Lionel Grigson is still alive (as per Wikipedia, Last update: May 10, 2020).

🎂 Lionel Grigson - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

Currently, Lionel Grigson is 82 years, 9 months and 9 days old. Lionel Grigson will celebrate 83rd birthday on a Wednesday 12th of February 2025. Below we countdown to Lionel Grigson upcoming birthday.

🌙 Zodiac

Lionel Grigson’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Lionel Grigson was born in the Year of the Horse. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Horse love to roam free. They’re energetic, self-reliant, money-wise, and they enjoy traveling, love and intimacy. They’re great at seducing, sharp-witted, impatient and sometimes seen as a drifter. Compatible with Dog or Tiger.

About

Jazz artist, composer, and teacher who also mastered the cornet and trumpet. He was known for his ardent support of young jazz musicians.

Before Fame

He was the co-leader of the Cambridge University Jazz Band during the early 1960s.

Trivia

He was Professor of Harmony and Improvisation from 1983 until 1993 at Guildhall School of Music in London.

Family Life

He was the son of critic and poet Geoffrey Grigson whose first wife was Margaret Busby, co-founder of publishing firm Allison & Busby.

Associated With

He taught many future notables while at Guildhall, including saxophonist Courtney Pine.

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