Coleman Hawkins

Description

The Coleman Hawkins stamp issued by the United States Postal Service (USPS) pays tribute to the legendary African American jazz saxophonist, Coleman Hawkins. The stamp features a striking portrait of Hawkins playing his tenor saxophone, with a stylized blue and purple background that evokes the mood and energy of his music. Hawkins was a pioneering force in the development of jazz improvisation and a major influence on generations of jazz musicians. He was renowned for his soulful, blues-influenced style, and played with some of the biggest names in jazz, including Louis Armstrong and Charlie Parker. The stamp was issued in 1995 as part of the Jazz Musicians series of stamps, which also included stamps honoring Thelonious Monk, Ella Fitzgerald, and Duke Ellington. The stamp is a fitting tribute to one of the most influential jazz musicians of all time, and helps to keep his memory alive.