Ed Summerlin | |
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| Birth name | Edgar Eugene Summerlin |
| Born | September 1, 1928 Marianna, Florida, U.S. |
| Died | October 10, 2006 (aged 78) Rhinebeck, New York |
| Genres | Liturgical, avant-garde, free jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer, arranger |
| Instrument | Tenor saxophone |
| Years active | 1955–present |
| Labels | Ecclesia, Avant-Garde, Jazz Workshop, ICTUS |
Edgar Eugene Summerlin (September 1, 1928 – October 10, 2006) was an American jazz saxophonist, composer, and educator known for pioneering Liturgical jazz, avant-garde jazz, and free jazz.