Dave Liebman | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | David Liebman |
Born | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. | September 4, 1946
Genres | Jazz, avant-garde jazz, jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop, post-bop, modal jazz |
Occupation(s) | Saxophonist, flutist, bandleader, educator, composer |
Instrument(s) | Tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute, alto flute |
Website | davidliebman |
David Liebman (born September 4, 1946) is an American saxophonist, flautist and jazz educator.[1] He is known for his innovative lines and use of atonality. He was a frequent collaborator with pianist Richie Beirach.
In June 2010, he received a NEA Jazz Masters lifetime achievement award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).