Dick Wilson (musician)

Dick Wilson (November 11, 1911 – November 24, 1941) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, best known for his work with the Andy Kirk big band.

Raised in Seattle, Wilson's first instrument was the piano. He played in a number of West Coast bands in the early thirties, before joining Andy Kirk's band in 1936. Along with Mary Lou Williams and Pha Terrell, Wilson was one of the most striking musical personalities in the band, cultivating a style that has been compared to Lester Young.