Arthur Murray Blythe (July 5, 1940 – March 27, 2017)
Jazz Alto Saxophonist and Composer, Arthur Blythe, began his career as a R&B Saxophonist at aged 9 years old, but switched to Jazz in his mid-teens, beginning his professional career in 1969. The 1970's saw him being a Sideman and releasing material as a Bandleader. He was regarded for his Alto Saxophone phrasing; thanks for your contribution Mr. Blythe, you are appreciated. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Monday: As of yet and Lower Nile
Source 1: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Blythe
Source 2: https://www.discogs.com/artist/165824-Arthur-Blythe
| Background information | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Arthur Murray Blythe |
| Also known as | Black Arthur |
| Born | July 5, 1940 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died | March 27, 2017 (aged 76) Lancaster, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, bandleader, composer |
| Instruments | Alto saxophone |
| Years active | 1969–2017 |
| Labels | Columbia, Enja, Savant Records |
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