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"The Life, Music & Legacy of Clifford Brown"

A native of Wilmington, Delaware, jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown made an outstanding and influential contribution to music. In an era when many musicians were emulating Charlie Parker’s drug abuse, Brown inspired others to achieve greatness while living a clean life. Ironically, he was killed in a car accident at the age of 25. This feature-length documentary presents a richly detailed account of Brown’s life, and examines his historical importance in the context of three criteria–innovation, influence, and individuality.

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  • Sonny Rollins

    Sonny Rollins

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  • Benny Golson

    Benny Golson

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  • Lou Donaldson

    Lou Donaldson

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  • Jimmy Heath

    Jimmy Heath

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  • Donald Byrd

    Donald Byrd

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  • Harold Land

    Harold Land

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  • Wynton Marsalis

    Wynton Marsalis

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  • Arturo Sandoval

    Arturo Sandoval

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  • Clifford Solomon

    Clifford Solomon

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Overview

A native of Wilmington, Delaware, jazz trumpeter Clifford Brown made an outstanding and influential contribution to music. In an era when many musicians were emulating Charlie Parker’s drug abuse, Brown inspired others to achieve greatness while living a clean life. Ironically, he was killed in a car accident at the age of 25. This feature-length documentary presents a richly detailed account of Brown’s life, and examines his historical importance in the context of three criteria–innovation, influence, and individuality.

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