Paul Bley Net Worth

Paul Bley was a Canadian-born jazz musician who was an influential figure in the 1960s free-jazz movement. He was known for his melodic voicing and use of space, and was an innovative trio player. He was born on November 10, 1932 in Canada.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day November 10, 1932
Birth Place Canada
Age 88 YEARS OLD
Died On Jan 3, 2016 (age 83)
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $245 million (2024)

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About

Influential figure in the 1960s free-jazz movement and innovative trio player. He was known for his melodic voicing and use of space.

Before Fame

He established Montreal's Jazz Workshop during the 1950s where he collaborated with notables like Charlie Parker, Lester Young, and Ben Webster.

Trivia

He and Sonny Rollins toured and recorded together, eventually producing an album in collaboration with Coleman Hawkins titled Sonny Meets Hawk! in 1963.

Family Life

He helped found the Jazz Composers Guild in 1964, dedicated to uniting New York free jazz artists, including his ex-wife Carla Bley. The Guild became one of the forces behind the jazz revolution in 1964.

Associated With

He was the Conductor for Charle Mingus' album Charles Mingus and His Orchestra from 1953.