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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Johnny_SmithJohnny Smith - Wikipedia

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   Johnny Henry Smith II (June 25, 1922 – June 11, 2013) was an American cool jazz and mainstream jazz guitarist. He wrote " Walk, Don't Run " in 1954. In 1984, Smith was inducted into the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame .

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Jonny_Smith_(journalist)Jonny Smith (journalist) - Wikipedia

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   Jonathan Charles Smith (born 24 February 1979) is a motoring journalist and television presenter. He was one of the presenters on Channel 5 motoring programme Fifth Gear and has since presented Mud, Sweat & Gears for BBC America and Motorheads for BBC Worldwide.

4. www.nytimes.com › 2013/06/19 › artsJohnny Smith, Venerable Jazz Guitarist, Dies at 90

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   Jun 19, 2013 · An obituary on Wednesday about the jazz guitarist Johnny Smith misstated the year that the Ventures had a Top 10 hit with his composition “Walk, Don’t Run.” It was 1960, not 1959.

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6. www.allaboutjazz.com › johnny-smith-the-man-theJohnny Smith: The Man, The Legend article @ All About Jazz

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   Sep 19, 2013 · A tribute to jazz guitarist Johnny Smith, who passed away in 2013 at 90. Learn about his life, career, achievements, and influence on the author and other musicians.

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7. www.allaboutjazz.com › musicians › johnny-smithJohnny Smith Musician - All About Jazz

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   Feb 11, 2024 · Learn about Johnny Smith, a master of jazz guitar who influenced many other players and recorded for Roost and Roulette labels. Explore his discography, photos, videos and similar artists on All About Jazz.

8. gazette.gibson.com › gear › the-legacy-of-johnnyThe Legacy of Johnny Smith: A Jazz Icon - Gibson Gazette

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   Dec 4, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of Johnny Smith, a pioneer of chord melody playing and a jazz guitar legend. Discover his collaboration with Gibson to create the Johnny Smith model guitar, known for its distinctive design and superior craftsmanship.

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   Is Johnny Henry Smith in the Hall of Fame?

   • Johnny Henry Smith II (June 25, 1922 – June 11, 2013) was an American cool jazz and mainstream jazz guitarist. He wrote "Walk, Don't Run" in 1954. In 1984, Smith was inducted into the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame .

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   How old was Johnny Smith when he died?

   • On June 11, 2013, guitarist Johnny Smith passed away. He was 90 years old. Some may have never heard of him, but in the world of jazz guitar he was legend. There will be many articles written about him.

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   Who is Johnny Smith?

   • Johnny Smith was born on June 22nd 1922 in Birmingham, Alabama. His father played banjo but he was fascinated with the guitar. Because of the lack of guitar teachers, Johnny taught himself to play. When Johnny's family moved to Portland, Maine, he was 13 years old and good enough to play in local bands.

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   Was Johnny Smith a deep musician?

   • He was universally considered a deep musician with chops to spare. Johnny Smith was a pioneer of chord melody playing, a technique where the guitarist simultaneously plays the melody and harmonizes it with chords.

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   What did Johnny Smith do for a living?

   • Johnny Smith was a pioneer of chord melody playing, a technique where the guitarist simultaneously plays the melody and harmonizes it with chords. He was a master at this approach, creating intricate and harmonically rich arrangements that showcased his creativity and harmonic knowledge. The legendary Larry Coryell told VintageGuitar.com:

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   What is a Johnny Smith guitar?

   • In the world of jazz guitars, the name “Johnny Smith” is synonymous with excellence, and for good reason. The Gibson Johnny Smith guitar, bearing the name of the legendary jazz guitarist, has left an indelible mark on the music world. Beyond his remarkable performances and recordings, Johnny Smith’s influence extended to the realm of guitar design.

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10. www.johnnysmith.org › biographyJohnny Smith - Biography

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    Johnny Smith - Brief Biography. John Henry Smith II was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on 25 June 1922. He learned to play the guitar and violin as a youngster, performing the latter in the family’s hillbilly group.