Booker Little
Jazz trumpeter and composer
Born
Died
1961
65 years ago — 23 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the jazz genre, this trumpet player contributed significantly to the avant-garde jazz movement during the 1960s. Notable collaborations included work with jazz luminaries such as Max Roach and Charles Mingus. His compositions blended innovative techniques with traditional jazz elements, showcasing both technical proficiency and emotional depth. Little's work with the Max Roach Quintet resulted in memorable recordings that continued to influence later generations of musicians. Unfortunately, a brief life ended prematurely in 1961 at the age of 23.
Collaborated with Max Roach
Contributed to Charles Mingus' 'Mingus Ah Um'
Recorded the album 'Booker Little and Friend'
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