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Bookmark or Share- Ray Brown (musician) - WikipediaRaymond Matthews Brown (October 13, 1926 – July 2, 2002) was an American jazz double bassist, known for his extensive work with Oscar Peterson and Ella Fitzgerald. He was also a founding member of the group that would later develop into the Modern Jazz Quartet .
- Bassist Ray Brown Dies - DownBeatBassist Ray Brown, one of the most important musicians in jazz, lending his impeccable support to the likes of Dizzy Gillespie, Oscar Peterson and Ella Fitzgerald, died Tuesday. He was 75. Brown died in his sleep in Indianapolis.
- Ray Brown | National Endowment for the ArtsRay Brown's dexterity and rich sound on the bass made him one of the most popular and prolific musicians in jazz for more than 50 years. The Penguin Guide to Jazz on CD notes that Brown is the most cited musician in the first edition of the guide, both for his own small ensemble work and as a sideman, testifying to his productivity.
- Ray Brown, Master Jazz Bassist, Dies at 75 - The New York TimesRay Brown, whose feather-fingered, guitar-like virtuosity on the bass carried him to the summits of jazz peformance for a half century, died on Tuesday in Indianapolis. He was 75.
- Ray Brown Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More | AllMusicOctober 13, 1926 in Pittsburgh, PA. Died. July 2, 2002 in Indianapolis, IN. Genre. Jazz. Styles. Bop, Mainstream Jazz. Also Known As. Raymond Matthews Brown. Member Of. The L.A. 4, Oscar Peterson Trio, The Modern Jazz Quartet, The Poll Winners. Album Highlights. Articles. My Profile. Staff Picks. Year in Review. Advanced Search. 404 Error.
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