Archie Shepp
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Archie Shepp (born May 24, 1937) is an American jazz saxophonist, educator and playwright who since the 1960s has played a central part in the development of avant-garde jazz.[1]
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Birth name | Archie Shepp |
Born | (1937-05-24) May 24, 1937 (age 86) Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States |
Genres | Jazz, free jazz, avant-garde jazz |
Occupation(s) | Musician, composer, educator |
Instrument(s) | Tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, alto saxophone, piano, vocals |
Years active | 1960–present |
Labels | Impulse!, SteepleChase, Denon, BYG Actuel, Marge |
Website | www |
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