“Jazz is the only music in which the same note can be played night after night but differently each time.”
Quote by Ornette Coleman
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Ornette Coleman
Ornette Coleman, born on March 9, 1930 and died on June 11, 2015, was an influential American jazz saxophonist and composer. Known for his revolutionary approach to jazz and contributions to the genre, Coleman is celebrated as one of the pioneers of free jazz. His musical career spanned over five decades, profoundly impacting the development of jazz music. more
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