Wayne Shorter
American jazz saxophonist and composer (1933–2023)
1933 — 2023
Quick Facts
Profession
American jazz saxophonist and composer (1933–2023)
Born
August 25, 1933
Died
2023 (age ~90)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
composer, saxophonist, jazz musician
United StatesBorn in NewarkDied in Los Angeles
1933
Born in Newark (1933-08-25)
2016
AwardGuggenheim Fellowship
2023
Died in Los Angeles
About
Wayne Shorter was an American jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures in the history of modern jazz. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he received 12 Grammy Awards and the Polar Music Prize, and was acclaimed worldwide for his originality, compositional depth, and transformative approach to musical improvisation.
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Who is Wayne Shorter?+
Wayne Shorter was an American jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader, widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures in the history of modern jazz. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he received 12 Grammy Awards and the Polar Music Prize, and was acclaimed worldw
What does the name Wayne mean?+
The name Wayne means "A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.". It is of English origin.
When was Wayne Shorter born?+
Wayne Shorter was born on August 25, 1933.
When did Wayne Shorter die?+
Wayne Shorter died in 2023, at approximately 90 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.
The name Wayne is of English origin, meaning "A surname originating as an occupation.. Etymology: An occupational surname for a cartwright, wagon. Cf. wain.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Wayne — August 25, 1933
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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I use your work to teach. Pure genius, every note.
— a music teacher
Played your track at 2am. The phone lines lit up.
— late night radio
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