Bobby Bradford
Bobby Bradford | |
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Bradford at the Moers Festival in 2008 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Bobby Lee Bradford |
| Born | July 19, 1934 Cleveland, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Origin | Dallas, Texas |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer |
| Instrument(s) | Cornet, trumpet |
Bobby Lee Bradford (born July 19, 1934) is an American jazz trumpeter, cornetist, bandleader, and composer. In addition to his solo work, Bradford is noted for his work with John Carter, Vinny Golia and Ornette Coleman. In October 2009, Bradford became the second recipient of the Festival of New Trumpet Music's Award of Recognition. He taught at Pomona College for 44 years.