Horace Tapscott
Pianist

Horace Tapscott Net Worth

Horace Tapscott was an influential jazz artist born on April 6, 1934 in Texas. He was known for his individualistic, avant-garde style and bop-leaning jazz, which had a major impact on Los Angeles free jazz. Despite his influence, Tapscott spent his life on the fringes of the jazz scene.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day April 6, 1934
Birth Place Texas
Age 86 YEARS OLD
Died On Feb 27, 1999 (age 64)
Birth Sign Aries

💰 Net worth: $1.1 Million (2024)

About

Individualistic, avant-garde, bop-leaning jazz Artist who influenced Los Angeles free jazz, yet spent his life on the fringes.

Before Fame

He discovered L.A. jazz when it was entering its prime and artists such as Dexter Gordon, Art Tatum, and Coleman Hawkins were dominating the scene.

Trivia

He played a role in establishing the Union of God's Musicians in 1961, which later bred the Pan-African People's Arkestra.

Family Life

He was born to a musically accomplished mother, Mary Malone Tapscott, who was both a professional Pianist and singer.

Associated With

He was compared favorably to Thelonious Monk.

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