Steve Lacy

Saxophonist

Birthday July 23, 1934

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace New York City, NY

DEATH DATE Jun 4, 2004 (69)

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About

Late Dixieland jazz artist who was one of the most influential saxophonists throughout the 1950s and 1960s.

Before Fame

He began his music career at age sixteen as a backing saxophonist. He went on to work with Cecil Taylor.

Trivia

He released over 100 albums as a band leader from 1957 to 2004.

Family Life

He was married to singer and violinist Irene Aebi.

Associated With

Duke Ellington wrote two songs for Lacy's 1962 album, Evidence.