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Horace Parlan

(1931-2017) American-Danish jazz pianist · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 86

Horace Parlan was an American jazz pianist and composer known for working in the hard bop and post-bop styles. In addition to his work as a bandleader, Parlan was known for his contributions to the Charles Mingus recordings Mingus Ah Um (1959) and Blues & Roots (1960).

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United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1931 to 2017 · aged 86

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