Wes Montgomery
Guitarist

Wes Montgomery Net Worth

Wes Montgomery was a legendary jazz guitarist born in Indianapolis, IN on March 6, 1923. He is renowned for introducing the playing of octaves and chord melodies into popular music, which has had a lasting influence on many artists, from Jimi Hendrix to musak.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day March 6, 1923
Birth Place Indianapolis, IN
Age 97 YEARS OLD
Died On Jun 15, 1968 (age 45)
Birth Sign Pisces

💰 Net worth: $1 Million (2024)

About

Jazz Guitarist who introduced the playing of octaves and chord melodies into popular music, which influenced artists from Jimi Hendix to musak.

Before Fame

He began playing guitar when he was nineteen years old. Six months after his start, he could already play professionally.

Trivia

He favored using his thumb instead of a guitar pick to create a mellower, softer sound.

Family Life

His brothers Monk and Buddy were also both jazz players and sometimes recorded sessions with him.

Associated With

He influenced not only jazzmen, but also rock guitarists like Stevie Ray Vaughan.

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