Stanley Turrentine facts for kids
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Stanley Turrentine
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Turrentine in 1976
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| Born | April 5, 1934 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | September 12, 2000 (aged 66) New York City, New York, U.S. |
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| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Tenor saxophone |
| Years active | 1959–2000 |
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Stanley William Turrentine (born April 5, 1934 – died September 12, 2000) was a famous American jazz musician. He played the tenor saxophone. People knew him for his deep, smooth sound and his bluesy style. Stanley started playing R&B music, then moved to soul jazz, and later even tried jazz fusion. He often recorded music with his wife, Shirley Scott, who played the organ. His older brother, Tommy Turrentine, was also a musician who played the trumpet.
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About Stanley Turrentine's Life
Stanley grew up in Pittsburgh, USA, in a family full of musicians. His dad, Thomas Turrentine Sr., played the saxophone. His mom played the piano. His older brother, Tommy, played the trumpet. Music was a big part of their home!
Starting His Musical Journey
Stanley began his career playing blues and rhythm and blues (R&B) music. He was very inspired by another saxophonist named Illinois Jacquet. When Stanley was just 17, in 1951, he went on tour with Lowell Fulson's band. In 1953, Earl Bostic asked him to join his band. Stanley even took the place of famous musician John Coltrane in Bostic's group. He also played with bands led by pianist Tadd Dameron.
Stanley learned a lot about music during his time in the military in the mid-1950s. This was his only formal music training. After leaving the military in 1959, he immediately joined the band of drummer Max Roach.
Working with Other Musicians
In 1960, Stanley married organist Shirley Scott. They often played and recorded music together. During the 1960s, he also started working with organist Jimmy Smith. They made many popular soul jazz recordings. Stanley also released many albums as a band leader himself.
Stanley and Shirley divorced in 1971. After that, Stanley explored a new style called jazz fusion. He signed with CTI Records. His first album for CTI, Sugar, came out in 1970. It was a huge success and a very important album for the record label. Another popular album was Don't Mess with Mister T. (1971).
Stanley worked with many other great musicians. These included Freddie Hubbard, Milt Jackson, George Benson, Bob James, Richard Tee, Idris Muhammad, Ron Carter, Grant Green, and Eric Gale. In the 1980s and 1990s, he returned to playing soul jazz.
Later Life and Legacy
From the early 1990s until he passed away, Stanley lived in Fort Washington, Maryland.
Stanley Turrentine died in New York City on September 12, 2000. He was 66 years old. He is buried in Pittsburgh's Allegheny Cemetery. His unique saxophone sound continues to inspire musicians and delight listeners around the world.
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Turrentine in 1976
See also
In Spanish: Stanley Turrentine para niños
