Ernie Watts
Saxophonist

Ernie Watts Net Worth

Ernie Watts is a Grammy Award-winning saxophonist born on October 23, 1945 in Norfolk, VA. He is best known for his work with The Rolling Stones and Charlie Haden's Quartet West. He has been a prolific musician, performing on over 500 albums and touring with a variety of artists.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 23, 1945
Birth Place Norfolk, VA
Age 78 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $17 Million (2024)

About

Grammy Award-winning Saxophonist best known for his work with The Rolling Stones and Charlie Haden's Quartet West.

Before Fame

He began playing saxophone at thirteen years old and later attended the Berklee College of Music on a Down Beat Magazine scholarship.

Trivia

He played tenor saxophone with The Tonight Show Band for over twenty years.

Family Life

His son Ken was born in 1973.

Associated With

He is known for playing the famous "Mystery Horn" solo on the Frank Zappa album The Grand Wazoo.

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