Sonny Simmons
Name:
Sonny Simmons
Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonny_Simmons
Wikipedia Summary:
Sonny Simmons was an American jazz saxophonist and English horn player associated with the avant-garde and free jazz movements. He was known for his fiery, expressive playing style and his contributions to the development of free jazz.
Born:
1933
Died:
2021
Notes:
Sonny Simmons' connection to Middle Eastern themes in music was not a primary focus of his career. However, his work in avant-garde and free jazz often incorporated elements that transcended traditional Western musical boundaries. Simmons' use of the English horn, an instrument with tonal qualities that can evoke Middle Eastern sounds, and his exploration of extended techniques and non-Western scales in his improvisations sometimes resulted in music that resonated with Middle Eastern musical concepts. His spiritual approach to jazz and interest in cosmic themes occasionally led to compositions and performances that shared some similarities with the mystical aspects of Middle Eastern music.