Don Byron
Clarinet player and composer in jazz
Born
November 8th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A clarinet player and composer, contributed significantly to the jazz genre. Studied at the State University of New York at Purchase and the Manhattan School of Music. Released several albums, blending traditional jazz with avant-garde elements. Collaborated with various artists across genres, bringing a unique perspective to clarinet performance. Contributed to film scores and theatrical productions, showcasing versatility in composition. Active in educating future musicians through workshops and performances.
Released 'Do the Boomerang' album
Worked with various artists spanning genres
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