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Richard Davis (1930-2023) was an American jazz bassist who played with Eric Dolphy, Andrew Hill, Van Morrison, and others. He also taught at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and received the NEA Jazz Master award in 2014.
Sep 9, 2023 · Richard Davis, an esteemed bassist who played not just with some of the biggest names in jazz but also with major figures in the classical, pop and rock worlds, died on Wednesday in Madison, Wis....
Jan 8, 2014 · Watch a video tribute to Richard Davis, one of the premier jazz bassists in history, who received the National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Fellowship in 2014. Learn more about his career, education and achievements on the NEA website.
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Sep 7, 2023 · Davis was a prolific and versatile musician who played on albums by jazz legends like Pharoah Sanders and Eric Dolphy and rock icons like Van Morrison and Bruce Springsteen. He also taught at the University of Wisconsin for over 40 years and influenced generations of bassists with his innovative style and technique.
Sep 8, 2023 · Richard Davis, the bassist and educator who played with jazz legends, pop stars, and classical composers, has died after years of hospice care, Madison 365 and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel...
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Sep 11, 2023 · Richard Davis played on jazz classics, rock and pop hits, and symphony orchestras. He also founded a bass foundation and a racism institute in Wisconsin.
Sep 8, 2023 · Richard Davis, the bass player with over 3,000 recording credits to his name, has died at the age of 93. “We appreciate all the love and support the community has shown him over the years,” Davis’ daughter Persia Davis shared in a statement.
