Ahmed Abdul-Malik
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Ahmed Abdul-Malik (born Jonathan Tim, Jr.; January 30, 1927 – October 2, 1993) was an American jazz double bassist and oud player.[2]
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Ahmed Abdul-Malik | |
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Birth name | Jonathan Tim, Jr.[1]: 92 |
Born | (1927-01-30)January 30, 1927 Brooklyn, New York, US |
Died | October 2, 1993(1993-10-02) (aged 66) |
Genres | Jazz |
Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Double bass Oud |
Labels | Prestige |
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Abdul-Malik is remembered for integrating Middle Eastern and North African music styles in his jazz music.[3] He was a bass player for Art Blakey, Earl Hines, Randy Weston, and Thelonious Monk, among others.[4]