Ahmad Alaadeen facts for kids
Ahmad Alaadeen (born July 24, 1934 – died August 15, 2010) was an amazing American jazz musician. He played the saxophone and was also a teacher. His music career lasted for over 60 years!
Ahmad Alaadeen was a very important part of the jazz music scene in Kansas City. He became more widely known in the 1990s. This was when he released his own albums. His music had a cool mix of swing and hard bop styles. A music critic from Allmusic, Scott Yanow, even said that Ahmad Alaadeen "deserves to be much better known."
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Ahmad Alaadeen's Music Journey
Ahmad Alaadeen was a talented musician who spent many years making great jazz music. He was known for his unique style on the saxophone. He played in Kansas City for a long time.
His Unique Sound
Ahmad Alaadeen's music was a blend of different jazz styles. He often played swing, which is lively and danceable. He also played hard bop, which is a more complex and energetic type of jazz. His compositions were always interesting and full of life.
Releasing His Own Music
In the 1990s, Ahmad Alaadeen started releasing his own albums. This helped more people discover his incredible talent. These albums showed off his skills as a saxophonist and a composer.
Discography: Ahmad Alaadeen's Albums
A discography is a list of all the music an artist has released. Ahmad Alaadeen released many albums throughout his career. Here are some of his notable works:
- and the beauty of it all – Alaadeen – 'ASR Records – Kansas City (2007)
- New Africa Suite – Alaadeen – 'ASR Records – Kansas City (2005)
- With This Voice – Luqman Hamza – Alaadeen featured – Recorded in Lenexa, KS (2000)
- It's A Wonderful World – Alaadeen with Jay McShann – Recorded in Lenexa, KS (1999)
- Time Through The Ages – Alaadeen – 'ASR 2001 (1997)
- Alaadeen and The Deans of Swing Plays Blues For RC and Josephine, too – Alaadeen – 'ASR 1001 (1995)
- Live Jazz on the Plaza – Alaadeen – Fandeen Publishing Company (1990)
- Bright Lights – Big City – Alaadeen with the City Lights Jazz Ensemble (1988)
- Raised Spirits – Alaadeen with the City Light Orchestra (1984)
- Eatin' Watermelon – Alaadeen with Crown Prince Waterford and Jimmy Witherspoon (1950s)
