George Adams (musician), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

George Adams (musician)

musician

Date of Birth: 29-Apr-1940

Place of Birth: Covington, Georgia, United States

Date of Death: 24-Nov-1992

Profession: composer, saxophonist, jazz musician

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

George Rufus Adams (April 29, 1940 Covington, Georgia – November 14, 1992 New York City) was an American jazz musician who played tenor saxophone, flute and bass clarinet.
He is best known for his work with Charles Mingus, Gil Evans, Roy Haynes and in the quartet he co-led with pianist Don Pullen, featuring bassist Cameron Brown and drummer Dannie Richmond.
He was also known for his idiosyncratic singing.