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Connie Crothers

Pianist

Birthday May 2, 1941

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Palo Alto, CA

DEATH DATE Aug 13, 2016 (75)

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About

Jazz artist who trained with Lennie Tristano. Tristano considered her an original.

Before Fame

Her piano studies began at the age of nine, primarily focusing on classical music. She abandoned classical studies when she was 15.

Trivia

She was given the title Jazz Master in April 2001 by Harvard University.

Family Life

She was born in Palo Alto to George Justin and Jeanne Fahey, a singer.

Associated With

She collaborated with Max Roach during the eighties, particularly on the album Swish from 1982.