Bennie Maupin facts for kids
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Bennie Maupin
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| Born | August 29, 1940 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1950s–present |
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Bennie Maupin is an American jazz musician. He was born on August 29, 1940. He is known for playing many different wind instruments. These include various types of saxophones, the flute, and the bass clarinet.
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About Bennie Maupin
Bennie Maupin was born in Detroit, Michigan. He became famous for his work with Herbie Hancock's groups, the Mwandishi sextet and Headhunters band. He also played on Miles Davis's very important fusion album, ... Brew.
Musical Collaborations
Maupin has worked with many other famous jazz musicians. These include Horace Silver, Roy Haynes, McCoy Tyner, and Lee Morgan. He is known for his unique way of improvising music. This means he makes up music on the spot. His style is often described as "out" because it explores new sounds.
In 1970, Bennie Maupin became a follower of Buddhism.
Group Projects
Maupin was also a member of a group called Almanac. Other members of this group were Cecil McBee (who played bass), Mike Nock (who played piano), and Eddie Marshall (who played drums).
Recent Events
In January 2025, Bennie Maupin lost his home. He also lost his musical instruments and other belongings in the Eaton Fire.
Bennie Maupin's Music
Bennie Maupin has released several albums as a leader. He has also played on many albums with other musicians.
Albums as a Leader
Some of the albums where Bennie Maupin was the main artist include:
- The Jewel in the Lotus (1974)
- Slow Traffic to the Right (1977)
- Moonscapes (1978)
- Penumbra (2006)
Playing with Other Artists
Maupin has played on many important jazz albums. He worked with Miles Davis on albums like ... Brew and Jack Johnson. He also played on many albums with Herbie Hancock, including Head Hunters and Thrust. His contributions helped shape the sound of jazz fusion.
See also
In Spanish: Bennie Maupin para niños
