Milton Jackson (January 1, 1923 - October 9, 1999), nicknamed "Bags", was an American jazz vibraphonist.
He is remembered for his cool swinging solos as a member of the Modern Jazz Quartet.
Jackson differentiated himself from other vibraphonists in his attention to variations on harmonics and rhythm.
He worked with jazz greats like Woody Herman, Howard McGhee, Thelonious Monk, and Charlie Parker. ... more