Paul Motian

American jazz drummer, percussionist, and composer (1931-2011)

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Lived 1931–2011, aged 80United States

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1931–2011
Aged 80
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Bill Evans Time Rememb…
2015

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Updated 2026-06-25

Stephen Paul Motian was an American jazz drummer, percussionist, and composer of Armenian descent. He played an important role in freeing jazz drummers from strict time-keeping duties.

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