Donald Byrd date of birth:
December 9, 1932
How old was Donald Byrd when died?
80
Where was Donald Byrd born?
Detroit, Michigan
When did Donald Byrd die?
February 4, 2013
What is Donald Byrd nationality?
American
What is Donald Byrd's occupation?
Musician
What genre is Donald Byrd's work?
Bop, hard bop, funk, soul, Bebop
What instruments does Donald Byrd play?
Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Vocals, flugelhorn, vocals
Short Biography
Donaldson Toussaint L'Ouverture Byrd II (December 9, 1932 – February 4, 2013) was an American jazz and rhythm and blues trumpeter. A sideman for many other jazz musicians of his generation, Byrd was best known as one of the only bebop jazz musicians who successfully pioneered the funk and soul genres while simultaneously remaining a jazz artist. As a bandleader, Byrd is also notable for his influential role in the early career of keyboard player and composer Herbie Hancock.