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Rimington is a respected figure in traditional New Orleans jazz and its revival, renowned for his clarinet and alto sax performances. Born in Paddock Wood, England, on April 29, 1942, he became a central collaborator in the 1960s jazz scene alongside Ken Colyer and Barry Martyn, and later worked with legendary New Orleans musicians such as Captain John Handy and Kid Thomas Valentine. His career spans decades and continents, with a discography that reflects deep roots in the Dixieland tradition and a commitment to authentic ensemble playing.

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Rimington’s musical world centers on traditional New Orleans jazz, with a repertoire shaped by masters like George Lewis and Captain John Handy. While formal individual awards aren’t widely documented, his influence and credibility are recognized in jazz reference works such as The Guinness Who’s Who of Jazz. His extensive discography includes notable releases on Jazz Crusade, GHB, Progressive, Storyville, Arhoolie, and more, including George Lewis Classics (1963), Reed My Lips (1999), Visits New Orleans (2008), and Nuages (2017).

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Upcoming highlights include international appearances with the International Jazz Band in 2025 at Yarn Market Hotel, Dunster, England (March 21–23, 2025). Follow Rimington’s official channels and trusted platforms for the latest news on tours and releases.

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  • Official site: sammyrimington.net
  • Social and music platforms: Apple Music, iHeart, Bandcamp

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Quick Facts About Rimington

  • Born April 29, 1942, in Paddock Wood, England; a leading figure in traditional New Orleans jazz and its revival since the 1960s.
  • Early career includes Ken Colyer (1960–1965) and Barry Martyn; later worked with Captain John Handy, Kid Thomas Valentine, Chris Barber, and others in the New Orleans tradition.
  • Extensive discography across the 1960s–2010s, with albums on Jazz Crusade, GHB, Progressive, Storyville, Arhoolie, and other labels; notable titles include George Lewis Classics (1963), Reed My Lips (1999), Visits New Orleans (2008), Nuages (2017).
  • Genres: traditional New Orleans jazz / Dixieland; acclaimed clarinet and alto sax repertoire inspired by George Lewis and Captain John Handy.
  • Major awards: no widely documented individual awards; widely respected within the jazz community and cited in reference works such as The Guinness Who’s Who of Jazz.
  • Social media presence: official pages are not widely publicized; fan/retailer pages and profiles exist (Apple Music, iHeart, Bandcamp), and a dedicated site sammyrimington.net provides biographical/record info.

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Rimington Discography

  • Nuages
    2017 · Ambia Music
  • Sammy Rimington Quintet
    2015 · GHB Records
  • Visits New Orleans
    2008 · Arhoolie
  • Sammy Rimington Quartet, Doc Houlind & Sammy Rimington's International Jazzband
    2003 · Storyville Records
  • Last Session at San Jacinto Hall
    2002 · GHB
  • Live in-Store at the Louisiana Music Factory
    2000 · 504 Records
  • Reed My Lips
    1999 · Jazz Crusade
  • On Tour With T. Jefferson
    1995 · GHB
  • Watering the Roots
    1995 · Jazz Crusade
  • More Exciting Sax
    1995 · Progressive
  • Everybody's Talkin'
    1995 · GHB
  • Exciting Sax
    1986 · Progressive
  • Sammy Rimington in New Orleans 1986
    1986 · Black Bottom
  • A New Orleans Christmas
    1993 · GHB
  • New Orleans Christmas
    1994 · GHB
  • A Boston Concert With Ken Colyer's Jazzmen
    1994 · Upbeat (reissued 2007)

Rimington’s musical world centers on traditional New Orleans jazz, with a repertoire shaped by masters like George Lewis and Captain John Handy. While formal individual awards aren’t widely documented, his influence and credibility are recognized in jazz reference works such as The Guinness Who’s Who of Jazz. His extensive discography includes notable releases on Jazz Crusade, GHB, Progressive, Storyville, Arhoolie, and more, including George Lewis Classics (1963), Reed My Lips (1999), Visits New Orleans (2008), and Nuages (2017).

Upcoming highlights include international appearances with the International Jazz Band in 2025 at Yarn Market Hotel, Dunster, England (March 21–23, 2025). Follow Rimington’s official channels and trusted platforms for the latest news on tours and releases.

  • Official site: sammyrimington.net
  • Social and music platforms: Apple Music, iHeart, Bandcamp

Connect with Rimington’s music, learn about his influences, and secure your tickets to live performances as they’re announced. We’ve got you covered—trusted, straightforward access to great jazz experiences.

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