Jon Faddis
Jazz, Musical Artist
1953 –
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Who is Jon Faddis?
Jon Faddis is an American jazz trumpet player, conductor, composer, and educator, renowned for both his playing and for his expertise in the field of music education. Upon his first appearance on the scene, he became known for his ability to closely mirror the sound of trumpet icon Dizzy Gillespie, who was his mentor along with Stan Kenton trumpeter Bill Catalano.
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- Born
- Jul 24, 1953
Oakland - Also known as
- Joh Faddis
- John Faddis
- Faddis, Jon
- Jonathan Faddis
- Thad Jones Mel Lewis Band
- Siblings
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Manhattan School of Music
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on July 23, 2013
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