John W. Coltrane (1926-1967)
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Don.Morfe
N 39° 58.818 W 075° 11.327
18S E 483881 N 4425587
A pioneering African-American jazz musician, composer, saxophonist.
Waymark Code: WM12CZ9
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 05/01/2020
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John W. Coltrane (1926-1967)- A pioneering African-American jazz musician, composer, saxophonist. Coltrane used African and Indian elements to create a distinctive style which at first shocked audiences but ultimately gained wide acceptance. He lived here, 1952-1958.
Marker Name: John W. Coltrane (1926-1967)
County: Philadelphia
Date Dedicated: 07/17/1990
Marker Type: City
Location: 1511 N 33rd St., Philadelphia
Category: African American, Music & Theater, Performers
Website: [Web Link]
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