Don Friedman facts for kids
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Don Friedman
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Don Friedman at The Kitano Jazz Lounge, September 2009
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Donald Ernest Friedman |
| Born | May 4, 1935 San Francisco, California, United States |
| Died | June 30, 2016 (aged 81) The Bronx, New York City, New York, United States |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, bandleader |
| Instruments | Piano |
| Associated acts | Pepper Adams, Booker Little, Jimmy Giuffre, Clark Terry |
Donald Ernest "Don" Friedman (May 4, 1935 – June 30, 2016) was an American jazz pianist. He was born in San Francisco, California. Don Friedman was known for his amazing piano skills in the world of jazz music. He played with many famous musicians during his career.
Don's Musical Journey
Don Friedman started his musical journey early. He played the piano and became very good at it. He performed with many well-known jazz artists.
Playing with Jazz Stars
Before moving to New York, Don played with musicians like Dexter Gordon and Chet Baker. He also performed with Buddy DeFranco and Ornette Coleman. These were all important figures in jazz music.
Once in New York, Don Friedman became a bandleader. He led his own trio, which is a small group of three musicians. He also played in other famous bands. These included groups led by Pepper Adams, Booker Little, and Jimmy Giuffre. In the 1960s, he was also part of Clark Terry's big band. A big band is a larger group of jazz musicians.
A Teacher and Musician
Later in his life, Don Friedman continued to work in New York. He was not only a pianist but also a music educator. This means he taught others how to play jazz music. He shared his knowledge and passion for jazz with new generations of musicians.
Don Friedman passed away on June 30, 2016. He was 81 years old. He died in The Bronx, New York. His music and teaching left a lasting mark on the jazz world.
