Phillip Johnston

Phillip Johnston
Born (1955-01-22) January 22, 1955
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
GenresAvant-garde jazz, classical, film
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, educator, author
Instrument(s)Soprano, alto & tenor saxophone
Years active1973-present
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Websitephillipjohnston.com

Phillip Johnston (born January 22, 1955) is an American saxophonist, composer, and author. He came to prominence in the 1980s as co-founder of The Microscopic Septet and went on to write extensively for films, particularly new scores for classic silent films from the early 20th Century.