Cliff Townshend, Date of Birth, Date of Death

Cliff Townshend

British musician

Date of Birth: 28-Jan-1916

Date of Death: 29-Jun-1986

Profession: saxophonist, jazz musician

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Clifford Blandford "Cliff" Townshend (28 January 1916 – 29 June 1986) was an English jazz musician noted for playing the saxophone in The Royal Air Force Dance Orchestra, popularly known as The Squadronaires.
He was described by acquaintances as a quiet man with a wry sense of humor.
He also played clarinet in the band and was respected by his peers as a talented and accomplished musician.
His eldest son, Pete, gained renown as guitarist and principal composer for the seminal rock band The Who.