Lee Morgan was an American jazz trumpeter, born on July 10, 1938, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, renowned for his blistering virtuosity and soulfully inventive compositions. Morgan was a jazz prodigy, joining Dizzy Gillespie's big band while he was still a teenager, and then cementing his reputation with the legendary Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers. His career was marked by a rich collaboration with some of the finest names in jazz, and he quickly became one of the key figures in the hard bop movement of the late 1950s and 1960s.

Morgan's discography is substantial, and his works like "The Sidewinder," "Search for the New Land," and "Cornbread" are considered jazz classics, showcasing his dazzling technique and heartfelt expression. His music evolved over the years, reflecting the changing dynamics of jazz as it incorporated new influences and players. Tragically, his life and career were cut short when he was fatally shot at the age of 33 on February 19, 1972, in a club incident. Despite his early passing, Lee Morgan's impact on jazz is enduring, with his recordings continuing to be celebrated for their energy, creativity, and emotional depth.

Genres

Bebop

Hard Bop

Jazz

Jazz Trumpet

Related Artists

Miles Davis

Donald Byrd

Clifford Brown

Art Blakey

Freddie Hubbard

Hank Mobley

Wayne Shorter

Chet Baker

Wynton Marsalis

Horace Silver

Joe Henderson

John Coltrane

Latest Release

On Vee-Jay: Lee Morgan

Lee Morgan

Album - 15 Tracks - Released November 8, 2023