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Adderley, Julian

 
Britannica Concise Encyclopedia: Cannonball Adderley
 
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(born Sept. 15, 1928, Tampa, Fla., U.S. — died Aug. 8, 1975, Gary, Ind.) U.S. jazz saxophonist. He worked as a music teacher and led army bands before moving to New York City in the mid-1950s. Acclaimed as a stylistic heir of Charlie Parker, he was also influenced by the more traditional rhythm-and-blues phrasing of Benny Carter. He performed with trumpeter Miles Davis from 1957 to 1959, then led an ensemble with his brother, cornetist Nat Adderley (1931 – 2000). In the 1960s he introduced gospel-music harmonies to his music.

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(Known as “Cannonball.”) 1928–1975.

American jazz saxophonist who was noted for skillful improvisation and who promoted the musical styles known as soul jazz and bop.


 
 

 

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