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Ahmed Abdul-Malik

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Year of Birth:1927
Year of death:1993

Biography

(source: wikipedia)

Ahmed Abdul-Malik (born Jonathan Tim, Jr.; January 30, 1927 – October 2, 1993) was an American jazz double bassist and oud player.
Abdul-Malik is remembered for integrating Middle Eastern and North African music styles in his jazz music.Kelsey, Chris "Ahmed Abdul-Malik: Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved October 2, 2017. He was a bass player for Art Blakey, Earl Hines, Randy Weston, and Thelonious Monk, among others.
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