Kenny Dorham

Jazz trumpeter and composer known for 'Blue Bossa'

Kenny Dorham - Jazz trumpeter and composer known for 'Blue Bossa'
Born

August 30th, 1924
100 years ago

Died

1972
53 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1924, a prominent trumpet player and composer in the jazz genre. Contributed significantly to the bebop movement during the 1940s and 1950s. Worked with notable artists such as Art Blakey, Dizzy Gillespie, and Max Roach. Released several albums, including 'Hush Freedom' and 'Trumpet A' Go Go'. Renowned for compositions like 'Blue Bossa' and 'Lotus Blossom'.

Composed 'Blue Bossa'

Performed with Art Blakey and Max Roach

Released the album 'Hush Freedom'

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