Jean-Luc Ponty

Violinist

Birthday September 29, 1942

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Avranches, France

Age 82 years old

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About

French jazz and rock violinist who has also worked as a composer and who has worked with artists like Frank Zappa.

Before Fame

He graduated from the Conservatoire National Superieur de Musique de Paris with the school's highest award.

Trivia

He was on two releases with the Mahavishnu Orchestra.

Family Life

He got married and had two daughters, including his daughter Clara Ponty, who is a pianist and composer.

Associated With

He worked with Chick Corea in the group Return to Forever.