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Approaching
jazz from a wide scope,
Afro-Danish American John Tchicai was a composer/saxophonist
whose
music is internationally known for its compelling sense of rhythm,
drama and humor, its freedom, spirituality, healing qualities and
ultimate freshness. He recorded with both John Coltrane ("Ascension")
and John Lennon ("Life with Lions"), founded ensembles
like "New York Art Quartet", "Cadentia Nova Danica"
and "John Tchicai & the Archetypes"; he
has
composed for jazz & classical ensembles
and he recorded, toured and taught until the end. John
Tchicai was the first recipient of a lifetime grant for Jazz
performance from
the State of Denmark.
John Tchicai passed away peacefully on October 8, 2012, due to complications after a stroke.
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