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David Murray
Born: Feb 19, 1955 in Berkeley, CA
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Genre: Jazz
Biography: Initially an inheritor of an abstract/expressionist improvising style originated in the '60s by such saxophonists as Albert Ayler and Archie Shepp, David Murray eventually evolved into something of a mainstream tenorist, playing standards with conventional rhythm sections. However, Murray's readings ...Read full biography
Murray's Steps
Murray's Steps
Released: 1982
Label: Black Saint
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The octet is perfect for David Murray as an outlet for his writing, a showcase for his compositions, and an inspiring vehicle for his tenor and bass clarinet solos. For the third octet album (all are highly ...Read full review
Special Quartet
Special Quartet
Released: 1990
Label: Columbia
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When one reads the personnel on this CD, the potential seems enormous: tenor saxophonist David Murray, pianist McCoy Tyner, bassist Fred Hopkins, and drummer Elvin Jones. Murray was a good choice for the ...Read full review
More David Murray albums: Main Albums (87), Compilations (6), DVD/Video (3)
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