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Jazz alto saxophonist who is a DownBeat Hall of Famer, decorated for his exceptional musical talent and his contributions to jazz.He was the recipient of a 2001 American Jazz Masters fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts.He helped Edward Morgan launch his career.
BEFORE FAMEHe was taught music by his father, his godfather, and some of his famous neighbors like Charlie Parker. He later played in a band with Sonny Rollins.
PERSONAL LIFEHe and his wife Dollie founded an organization in 1970 that sought to preserve African Diaspora art and culture called the Artists Collective, Inc.
The meaning of the name McLean: Son Of The Servant Of John FUN FACTSSaxophonist Jackie McLean were born on Sunday, birthstone is Emerald, the seaon was Spring in the Chinese year of Goat, it is 136 days until Jackie McLean next birthday.
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