The Modern Jazz Quartet was established in 1952 by Milt Jackson (vibraphone), John Lewis (piano, musical director), Percy Heath (bass), and Kenny Clarke, replaced by Connie Kay in 1955 (drums). Inspired by Classical music, Blues, Swing and Bop, the quartet performed in several jazz styles, including bebop, cool jazz and third stream. Milton Jackson Born January 1, 1923 Detroit, Michigan Died October 9, 1999 (aged 76) New York City Manhattan, New York
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