Albert Ayler
American jazz musician
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About Albert Ayler
The American avant-garde saxophonist was a pioneering artist of free jazz in the late 1960s. He dabbled in jazz-rock fusion music, as heard on such pieces as “Music is the Healing Force of the Universe.”
Early Life
Born in Ohio, Texas, he received his first saxophone lessons from his father. He enrolled at the Academy of Music and later moved to Sweden.
Career Highlights
In 1964, he got signed to ESP-DISK Records, which helped him release some ground-breaking albums including, “Spiritual Unity.” The album featured “Ghosts,” one of his well-known hits of the period. 1966 witnessed his musical relationship with Impulse Records which resulted in the release of “Albert Ayler in Greenwich Village.” Between 1967 and 1968, he recorded three LPs which featured his girlfriend’s vocals.
Personal Life
He tied the knot with manager-turned-wife Mary Parks.
Trivia
His music was greatly influenced by his Christianity.
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F.A.Q. about Albert Ayler
When is his birthday?
Albert Ayler's birthday is on July 13, 1936.
In how many days is his birthday?
Albert's birthday is in 126 days
How old was Albert when he died?
He was 34 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 25, 1970.
How old would he be today?
Albert Ayler would be 88 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Albert from?
He was born in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, U.S..