Lloyd Miller
Name:
Lloyd Miller
Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lloyd_Miller_(musician)
Wikipedia Summary:
Lloyd Miller is an American jazz musician known for his research work on Persian and Afghan music. He plays multiple instruments across numerous jazz, ethnic and world music traditions.
Born:
1938
Url1:
https://www.allmusic.com/artist/lloyd-miller-mn0001644193
Notes:
Lloyd Miller has made significant contributions to the fusion of jazz with Middle Eastern music, particularly Persian and Afghan traditions. His doctoral research in Middle East Studies, focusing on Persian music, and his extensive time spent in Iran have deeply informed his musical approach. Miller's work often incorporates traditional Middle Eastern instruments and musical concepts into jazz frameworks. His compositions and performances frequently feature modal scales, complex rhythms, and improvisational techniques that draw from both jazz and Middle Eastern musical traditions. Miller's efforts have been instrumental in bridging Western jazz with the rich musical heritage of the Middle East, creating a unique cross-cultural musical dialogue.