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George Russell

An accomplished drummer, band leader, and one of modern jazz’s leading composers.
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George Russell

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George Russell - Artist Details

Active

1940s - 2000s

Born

June 23, 1923 in Cincinnati, OH

Died

July 27, 2009 in Boston, MA

Genre

Jazz Classical

Styles

Avant-Garde Music Experimental Big Band Post-Bop Third Stream Jazz Instrument Piano Jazz Progressive Jazz Fusion

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