He was known as the Vice President or Vice Prez for his uncanny emulation of the breathy style of Lester Young, known as Prez.
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In his role as their bandleader, Towles is credited with influencing a variety of musicians including Sir Charles Thompson and Neal Hefti, as well as superior saxophonists Jimmy Heath, Oliver Nelson and Paul Quinichette.