Charlie Mariano
American jazz saxophonist (1923–2009) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Carmine Ugo Mariano (November 12, 1923 – June 16, 2009)[1] was an American jazz saxophonist who focused on the alto and soprano saxophone. He occasionally performed and recorded on flute and nadaswaram as well.
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Charlie Mariano | |
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Mariano at a 2003 concert | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Carmine Ugo Mariano |
Born | (1923-11-12)November 12, 1923 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Died | June 16, 2009(2009-06-16) (aged 85) Köln, Germany |
Genres | Jazz, jazz fusion, world music |
Occupation(s) | Musician, composer |
Instrument(s) | Alto saxophone |
Years active | 1945–2009 |
Labels | Bethlehem, Denon, Catalyst, ECM |
Formerly of | Stan Kenton, Embryo |
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