Donald Byrd

About

Donaldson Toussaint L'Ouverture Byrd II (born December 9, 1932 – February 4, 2013) was an American jazz, rhythm and blues trumpeter. Born in Detroit, Michigan. He performed with Lionel Hampton before finishing high school. After playing in a military band during a term in the United States Air Force, he obtained a bachelor's degree in music from Wayne State University and a master's degree from Manhattan School of Music. While still at the Manhattan School he joined Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers, replacing Clifford Brown.

Top Tracks

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   Where Are We Going?

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   Think Twice

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   Wind Parade

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   Places and Spaces

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   Dominoes

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   Cristo Redentor - Remastered

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   Black Byrd

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   Love Has Come Around

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