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Jonathon Grasse: The Life & Music Of Eric Dolphy

By Lawrence Peryer | Spotlight On
January 18, 2025
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Today, the Spotlight shines On author Jonathon Grasse. His new book, Jazz Revolutionary (Jawbone Press, 2024), traces

Eric Dolphy

woodwinds
1928 - 1964

" data-original-title="" title="">Eric Dolphy's journey from the clubs of 1940s Los Angeles to his groundbreaking work in New York City's avant-garde jazz scene.

Eric Dolphy's revolutionary voice in jazz was silenced far too soon. He was an artist who pushed the boundaries of what was possible on alto saxophone, flute, and bass clarinet, collaborating with giants like

John Coltrane

saxophone
1926 - 1967

" data-original-title="" title="">John Coltrane and

Charles Mingus

bass, acoustic
1922 - 1979

" data-original-title="" title="">Charles Mingus before his tragic death in 1964 at the age of 36. Jonathan's intimate portrait reveals the innovative musician and the gracious human being remembered by those who knew him.

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