 Nathaniel & Julian (Cannonball) Adderley, 1961 Image by John Levin Enterprises-management/photographer-"Bruno of Hollywood", via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Nat AdderleyNat Adderley (1931–2000) was an influential American jazz cornetist and composer, best known for his work in the soul jazz genre alongside his brother, saxophonist Cannonball Adderley. His notable composition "Work Song" became a jazz standard and contributed significantly to the genre's popularity during the 1960s. Active from the 1940s until his death, Adderley recorded nearly 100 albums and helped shape the sound of modern jazz, showcasing the cornet as a prominent instrument. Following Cannonball’s death in 1975, he continued to perform, teach, and engage in various musical projects, establishing a legacy in the world of jazz. (Source: Wikipedia)
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