How John Coltrane Introduced the World to His Radical Sound with His Recording of “My Favorite Things” (1961)
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John Coltrane — Documentary Clips
Rare documentary footage of John Coltrane, curated from across the internet. Browse 3 clips below.
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About John Coltrane
John William Coltrane (September 23, 1926 – July 17, 1967) was an American jazz saxophonist, bandleader, and composer. He is among the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz and 20th-century music. Born and raised in North Carolina, Coltrane moved to Philadelphia after high school, where he immersed himself in the local jazz scene, studied music, and served in the Navy towar...
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