Nat Adderley

American cornet and trumpet player

Nat Adderley - American cornet and trumpet player
Born

November 25th, 1931
93 years ago

Died

2000
25 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Cornet and trumpet player associated with the hard bop jazz movement. Contributed to the genre's development through performances and recordings. Collaborated with notable figures such as his brother, Julian 'Cannonball' Adderley, and participated in many jazz ensembles. Recorded several albums and worked with the Cannonball Adderley Quintet, which gained recognition during the late 1950s and 1960s. His improvisational style and musicality influenced numerous musicians within the jazz community.

Performed with the Cannonball Adderley Quintet

Released the album 'Sayin' Somethin''

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