Saturday, 17 September 2016

Jazz Greats: Clifford Brown

Clifford Brown (October 30, 1930 – June 26, 1956)


Clifford Brown was a Jazz Trumpeter whose career was cut short when he died in a car accident at aged 25 years old in 1956. His well regarded Jazz standards has influenced many and still continues to influence a new set of Artists. He his remembered for being one  of the best Trumpet players of all times. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Saturday: Brownie Speaks, Sandu, Oh lady be good, The Blues walk, Joy Spring and Daahoud


Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clifford_Brown
Background information
Also known as"Brownie"
BornOctober 30, 1930
Wilmington, Delaware, United States
DiedJune 26, 1956 (aged 25)
Bedford, Pennsylvania, United States
GenresJazzbebophard bop
Occupation(s)Musician, composer
InstrumentsTrumpet
Years active1949-1956
Associated actsMax RoachHarold Land,Lionel HamptonSonny Rollins

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