Dave Brubeck

1920–2012 (age 92)

Jazz pianist and composer

Biography

Dave Brubeck (1920-2012) was a pioneering jazz pianist and composer whose innovative time signatures and lyrical touch brought the soundtrack of American modernity to audiences around the world.

He championed cultural diplomacy and civil rights, using music to bridge divides and inspire generations of listeners and performers.

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