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Don Moye
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Donald Moye, Jr.[1] (born May 23, 1946),[2] known as Famoudou Don Moye, is an American jazz percussionist and drummer. He is most known for his involvement with the Art Ensemble of Chicago and is noted for his mastery of African and Caribbean percussion instruments and rhythmic techniques.[3]
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![]() Don Moye at the 2017 Kongsberg Jazzfestival | |
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Birth name | Donald Moye, Jr.[1] |
Also known as | Famoudou Don Moye |
Born | (1946-05-23) May 23, 1946 (age 78) Rochester, New York, U.S. |
Genres | Jazz, free jazz, avant-garde jazz |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Drums, percussion |
Years active | 1960s–present |
Labels | Black Saint, AECO |
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