About
Renowned jazz artist who led small groups for decades and was pivotal in the post-1945 evolution of the genre. He passed away in 2023. He released over 50 albums as a band leader throughout his long and prolific career.
Before Fame
He started playing around on the piano at age three and began his formal studies at seven.
Trivia
His Live at the Pershing recording became one of his most popular albums. His song "Ahmad's Blues" has accumulated more than 10 million streams on Spotify.
Family Life
His family was residing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, when he was born. He graduated from George Westinghouse High School.
Associated With
His impact on jazz, critics say, was second only to Charlie Parker.
