Daily Archives: December 10, 2014

Ferdinand “Jelly Roll” Morton

Posted on December 10, 2014 by jeff

Biography: Jelly Roll Morton (1890 – 1941) was the first great composer and piano player of Jazz. He was a talented arranger who wrote special scores that took advantage of the three-minute limitations of the 78 rpm records. But more … Continue reading →

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Curtis Lee Mayfield

Posted on December 10, 2014 by jeff

Biography: CURTIS LEE MAYFIELD (b. June 3, 1942 – December 26, 1999) by Mark Allred You are right. The music of Curtis Mayfield is not considered JAZZ. Yet he has influenced those who are considered jazz. In fact he has … Continue reading →

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