Fred Wesley
Jazz and funk trombonist, bandleader
Born
July 4th, 1943
81 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in jazz and funk music, this trombonist contributed significantly to the genre from the 1960s onward. He played with the legendary band Parliament-Funkadelic and was a key member of the J.B.'s, the backing band for James Brown. His innovative playing style and composition skills influenced many musicians in the funk genre. In addition to his performance work, he has been involved in music education and has published instructional materials. A prolific arranger, his contributions to the sound of funk music are widely recognized within the music community.
Played with Parliament-Funkadelic
Served as musical director for James Brown
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