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Jimmy Garrison

Bassist

Birthday March 3, 1934

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Florida

DEATH DATE Apr 7, 1976 (42)

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About

Longtime double bassist for John Coltrane from 1961 to 1967 who appeared on the album A Love Supreme.

Before Fame

He joined Coltrane's quartet in 1962.

Trivia

He worked with Ornette Coleman for many years, recording with him on Ornette on Tenor and Art of the Improvisers.

Family Life

He raised three children, all of whom have gone on to be artists.

Associated With

He and Elvin Jones collaborated with Ornette Coleman for many years, including on New York is Now and Love Call.