Alice Coltrane

American pianist and composer of jazz

Alice Coltrane - American pianist and composer of jazz
Born

August 27th, 1937
87 years ago

Died

January 12th, 2007
18 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Pianist and composer contributed significantly to jazz and spiritual music. Collaborated with John Coltrane and performed in various prominent jazz ensembles. Established a unique style incorporating Indian music and spirituality, especially through the use of the harp. Founded a record label, World Spirituality Classics, and released several influential albums, including "Journey in Satchidananda" and "Transcendence." Influenced numerous musicians and composers across genres.

Released influential album 'Journey in Satchidananda'

Founded the record label World Spirituality Classics

Collaborated with John Coltrane

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