Charles Tyler (musician)

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Charles Lacy Tyler (July 20, 1941–June 27, 1992) was an American jazz baritone saxophonist.

Tyler was born in Cadiz, Kentucky, and spent his childhood years in Indiana, New York City and Cleveland, Ohio. He played piano as a child and clarinet in college, before switching to alto, and finally baritone saxophone. He studied with David Baker at Indiana University between 1967 and 1968.[1][2]

Tyler joined Albert Ayler's group for the recording of Bells and Spirits Rejoice.[2]

In Los Angeles, Tyler worked with Arthur Blythe, Bobby Bradford, and David Murray. He moved back to New York in 1973, where he worked with Cecil Taylor, Dewey Redman, and Billy Bang.[2]

Tyler died in Toulon, France.

Discography

As leader

As sideman

With Billy Bang

References

  1. Wilmer, Val (1977). As Serious As Your Life. Quartet. p. 282. ISBN 0-7043-3164-0. 
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 Allmusic Biography
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