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Wayne Shorter

Wayne Shorter

Born: 25th August 1933, Newark, New Jersey, USA

Nationality: American

Wayne Shorter was an American jazz saxophonist and composer. Shorter came to prominence in the late 1950s as a member of, and eventually primary composer for, Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers. In the 1960s, he joined Miles Davis's Second Great Quintet, and then co-founded the jazz fusion band Weather Report. He recorded over 20 albums as a bandleader.

Many Shorter compositions have become jazz standards, and his music has earned worldwide recognition, critical praise, and commendation.

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  • Following Footprints: The Wayne Shorter Guide

    22nd Aug 2025by Dan Spirrett

    Standing as one of the most influential musicians in jazz as an innovative saxophonist and composer, Wayne Shorter’s unique voice shaped modern jazz spanning six decades.

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  • Wayne Shorter (1933-2023)

    3rd Mar 2023by Joshua Lee

    The American saxophonist, who made his name as a member of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers, Miles Davis' Second Great Quintet and Weather Report, as well as an accomplished composer and solo artist, has died aged 89.

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