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Jackie McLean is tagged as: jazz, saxophone, hard bop, free jazz, alto sax

John Lenwood (Jackie) McLean (May 17, 1931 – March 31, 2006; some sources give 1932 as his year of birth) was an American jazz alto saxophonist and educator, born in New York City. His early recordings as leader were in the hard bop school. He later became an exponent of modal jazz and avant-garde jazz without abandoning his foundation in hard bop. Throughout his career he was known for his distinctive tone (often described with such adjectives as withering, piercing, or searing), his slightly sharp pitch, and a strong foundation in blues.
His father, John Sr., who died in 1939, played guitar in Tiny Bradshaw’s orchestra. After his father’s death, his musical education was continued by his godfather, by his stepfather, who owned a record store, and by several noted teachers. He also received informal tutoring from neighbours Thelonious Monk, Bud Powell, and Charlie Parker. During high school he played in a band with Kenny Drew, Sonny Rollins, and Andy Kirk, Jr. (the tenor saxophonist son of Andy Kirk).
He recorded with Miles Davis, on Davis’ Dig album, when he was 19 years old. Rollins played on the same album. As a young man McLean also recorded with Gene Ammons, Charles Mingus, George Wallington, and as a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers (h...
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Top 10 Jackie McLean Songs
Sentimental Journey
Confirmation
Contour
When I Fall In Love
Abstraction
Melody for Melonae
Frankenstein
Love and Hate
Don't Blame Me
I'll Keep Loving You
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Top 10 Jackie McLean Albums
4, 5, And 6
Let Freedom Ring
Destination Out!
Capuchin Swing
Bluesnik
One Step Beyond
NEW SOIL
4, 5 and 6
A Fickle Sonance
Swing, Swang, Swingin'
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