Johnnie Splawn
Trumpet
December 20, 2000 (Age 69) died
January 31, 1931 Birthday
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. Birthplace
Shows
About
Johnnie Splawn was a jazz trumpeter best known for appearing on John Coltrane's 1957 self-titled album. He was part of the Philadelphia jazz scene in the 1950s and played with John Coltrane, Sonny Stitt, Lou Donaldson, Bull Moose Jackson and other Philadelphia based musicians, although he appears on few recordings. He passed away in Philadelphia in 2000.
Trivia
Johnnie Splawn said that "Brownie" (Clifford Brown) was one of his favorite trumpet players.
Early Life
Johnnie Splawn was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in 1931. The son of a professional trumpeter, Splawn started learning to play at age 5 and grew up close to the vibrant Philadelphia music scene. He went on to study at the Ornstein School of Music in Philadelphia where he met other young musicians including Bill Barron, Vance Wilson, and John Coltrane.
Johnnie Splawn Solos
1957
Trumpet solo - Straight Street - 1957
4/4 swing in E♭ minor at 192 BPM
Trumpet solo - Chronic Blues - 1957
4/4 swing in E♭ minor at 135 BPM