John Surman
John Surman | |
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Surman performing in Birdland, 2 September 2009 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | John Douglas Surman |
| Born | 30 August 1944 Tavistock, Devon, England |
| Genres | Jazz avant-garde, free jazz, modal jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer, arranger |
| Instrument(s) | Baritone saxophone, soprano saxophone, bass clarinet, synthesizer |
| Years active | 1960s–present |
| Labels | Deram, Dawn, ECM |
| Website | www |
John Douglas Surman (born 30 August 1944) is an English jazz saxophone, clarinet, and synthesizer player, and composer of free jazz and modal jazz, often using themes from folk music. He has composed and performed music for dance performances and film soundtracks.