John Norris (1934 – January 31, 2010) was a
British-born
Canadian publisher and
editor
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. Norris founded
CODA magazine.
Born in the United Kingdom he later moved to Canada where he opened up a
jazz club. In 1962 Norris founded CODA magazine. He was editor until 1976 when
Bill Smith took over. In 1968 Norris and Smith founded Sackville Recordings.
Norris died on January 31, 2010, after suffering with a heart condition.
John Norris, Founder of Coda Magazine in Canada, Dies
''Jazz Times''
References
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1934 births
2010 deaths
Canadian publishers (people)
Canadian magazine editors