John Arthur "Jaki" Byard, age 76
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Lost to gun violence on February 11, 1999 in Queens, New York.
an American jazz multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger. Mainly a pianist, he also played tenor and alto saxophones, among several other instruments. He was known for his eclectic style, incorporating everything from ragtime and stride to free jazz.
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