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Born: December 14, 1920 in St. Louis, MO
Years Active: 50 's, 60 's, 70 's, 80 's, 90 's, 00's
Genre: Jazz

Biography
Possessor of the happiest sound in jazz, flügelhornist Clark Terry always plays music that is exuberant, swinging, and fun. A brilliant (and very distinctive) soloist, C.T. gained fame for his "Mumbles" vocals (which started as a satire of the less intelligible ancient blues singers) and is also an enthusiastic educator. He gained early experience ... Continue Bio >>

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Discography:
Gingerbread
Clark Terry
2007 Chicago Sessions
2006 Masters of Jazz
2006 Chilled & Remixed [2006]
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Filmography:
2004 First Love: A Historic Gathering of Jesus Music Pioneers
1989 Enemies: A Love Story
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Similar Artists: Freddie Hubbard Miles Davis Harry "Sweets" Edison Roy Eldridge Jon Faddis More >>

Influenced By: Joe Thomas Shorty Baker Charlie Shavers Rex Stewart Dizzy Gillespie More >> Followers: Quincy Jones Nat Adderley Miles Davis Don Ellis Lew Soloff More >>

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