Bobby Few

Pianist

Birthday October 21, 1935

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Ohio

DEATH DATE Jan 6, 2021 (85)

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About

Jazz artist known for delicate, lush romantic melodies and for his unique use of the sustain pedal.

Before Fame

He moved to New York where he worked with singer Brook Benton and saxophonist Jackie McLean while leading a trio from 1958 until 1964.

Trivia

He began touring with American saxophonist Avram Fefer in 2001. The two recorded several CDs together.

Family Life

His family raised him in the Cleveland neighborhood of Shaker Heights. He began studying classical piano while he was young.

Associated With

He played with future avant-garde jazz saxophonist Albert Ayler while the two were in high school.