Jaki Byard
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A talented multi-instrumentist who gained recognition playing piano, Mr Byard recorded with Eric Dolphy, Charles Mingus and Sam Rivers, among others.
Some of his work is to be found on Prestige.
Wikipedia
John Arthur "Jaki" Byard (June 15, 1922 in Worcester, Massachusetts – February 11, 1999 in New York City) was an American jazz pianist and composer who also played trumpet and saxophone, among several other instruments. He was noteworthy for his eclectic style, incorporating everything from ragtime and stride to free jazz. In describing his contribution to the Phil Woods album Musique du Bois, National Public Radio described him as "one of the most compelling and versatile pianists in jazz".
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