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“Basically my influences have been American influences. It's been blues, gospel, swing era music, bebop music, Broadway show music, classical music.”

Quote by Horace Silver

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Horace Silver, a renowned jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader, was born on September 2, 1928, and passed away on June 18, 2014. His musical career spanned over half a century, and he was known for his unique jazz style and improvisational skills. more

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