Sun Ra

Sun Ra (May 22, 1914–May 30, 1993) was an innovative jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, who came to be known as much for preaching his bizarre "cosmic philosophy" as for his phenomenal musical compositions and performances.

The Arkestra continues

The Arkestra continues to tour and perform as of May 2004. First directed by John Gilmore, then after his death, by alto saxophone player Marshall Allen who celebrated his 80th birthday on stage during an Arkestra performance at the Vision Festival in New York City.

Related Topics:
May - 2004 - John Gilmore - Alto saxophone - Marshall Allen - Vision Festival

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