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John W. Coltrane (1926-1967)

Philadelphia County · dedicated 1990 · 1511 N 33rd St., Philadelphia

A pioneering African-American jazz musician, composer, saxophonist. Coltrane used African and Indian elements to create a distinctive style which at first shocked audiences but ultimately gained wide acceptance. He lived here, 1952-1958.

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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov

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