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Saturday, 11 February 2017

Jazz Greats: Albert Ayler

Albert Ayler (July 13, 1936 – November 25, 1970)


Avant-garde Jazz Saxophonist, Singer, Bandleader and Composer, Albert Ayler, is noted for his unorthodox, yet influential techniques. He remains a revered Free Jazz figure. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Truth is marchin' in, Ghosts, Thank God for woman, Heart love, Spirits rejoice and Spiritual unity (full album)

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Ayler
Background information
BornJuly 13, 1936
ClevelandOhioUnited States
DiedNovember 25, 1970(aged 34)
New YorkNew York, U.S.
GenresJazzfree jazzavant-garde jazz
Occupation(s)Saxophonistbandleader,composer
InstrumentsTenor saxophonealto saxophonesoprano saxophone
Years active1952–1970
LabelsBird Notes, ESP-Disk,Impulse!, Ayler
Associated actsGary PeacockDon Cherry,Sunny MurrayRoswell RuddAlan SilvaDonald AylerHenry Vestine

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