Donald Byrd quotes
Donald Byrd was an influential American jazz and rhythm & blues trumpeter, composer, and bandleader. Renowned for his innovative contributions to both hard bop and jazz fusion, he became a prominent figure in the evolution of modern jazz. He also mentored many young musicians and inspired generations through his teaching and recordings. Here are 10 of his quotes:
I skipped school one day to see Dizzy Gillespie, and that's where I met Coltrane. Coltrane and Jimmy Heath just joined the band, and I brought my trumpet, and he was sitting at the piano downstairs waiting to join Dizzy's band. He had his saxophone across his lap, and he looked at me and he said, 'You want to play?'
Donald Byrd
Donald Byrd
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Occupation: American Musician
Born: December 9, 1932
Died: February 4, 2013
Quotes count: 10
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