John Surman

Avant-garde jazz, Musical Artist

1944 –

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Who is John Surman?

John Douglas Surman is an English jazz saxophone, bass clarinet and synthesizer player, and composer of free jazz and modal jazz, often using themes from folk music as a basis. He has also composed and performed much music for dance performances and film soundtracks.

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Born
Aug 30, 1944
Tavistock, Devon
Also known as
  • John Douglas Surman
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
  • England
Profession

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on July 23, 2013

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