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Hadley Caliman
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| Background information | |
| Born | January 12, 1932 Idabel, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Died | September 8, 2010 (aged 78) Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Saxophone, flute |
Hadley Caliman (born January 12, 1932 – died September 8, 2010) was an American jazz musician. He was known for playing the saxophone and flute. Hadley Caliman shared his amazing music with the world for many years.
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Hadley Caliman's Musical Journey
Hadley Caliman grew up in Idabel, Oklahoma, with his mother. When he was ten, he moved to Los Angeles to live with his father. There, he went to Jefferson High School. This school was also attended by another famous saxophonist, Dexter Gordon.
Learning and Playing Music
One of Hadley's teachers was the talented trumpet player Art Farmer. Hadley worked with many well-known musicians throughout his career. Some of these included Earl Hines, Carlos Santana, and the Grateful Dead. He also played with jazz greats like Joe Henderson and Freddie Hubbard.
In the late 1960s, Hadley was part of a jazz-rock fusion group. This type of music mixes jazz with rock and roll sounds. The group was led by Ray Draper.
Recording and Teaching
Hadley Caliman recorded his first solo album in 1971. Later, he moved to Cathlamet, Washington, to raise his family. During the 1990s and 2000s, he led his own jazz groups in Seattle.
He also shared his musical knowledge with others. Hadley taught music at Cornish College of the Arts until he retired in 2003. Even after retiring, he continued to give private lessons to musicians in the area.
Later Years and Legacy
Hadley Caliman later moved back to Seattle. He recorded three more solo albums in his final years. He passed away in September 2010 at the age of 78. His music continues to inspire many jazz fans.
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