“But recently I began to feel that maybe I wouldn't be able to do what I want to do and need to do with American musicians, who are imprisoned behind these bars; music's got these bars and measures you know.”
Quote by Sun Ra
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Sun Ra
Sun Ra, born as Horace Everett Snyder, was an American composer, musician, and bandleader. Known for his unique space jazz style and philosophical thinking, he greatly influenced the jazz world. Born on May 22, 1914, and died on May 30, 1993, Sun Ra's music blended various elements, including jazz, classical, electronic, and African music, pioneering a new realm in jazz. more