Elton Dean
Elton Dean was a British saxophonist, songwriter, record producer and musician (1945–2006). He was born in Nottingham and died in London.
Elton Dean

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- Born
- 1945
- Died
- 2006
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Occupation
- saxophonist · jazz musician · songwriter · record producer · musician
- Fields
- jazz
- Movements
- Canterbury scene
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Elton Dean was a British saxophonist, songwriter, record producer and musician (1945–2006). He was born in Nottingham and died in London.
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1945
Elton Dean born at Nottingham.
2006
Elton Dean died at London.
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His work is associated with Canterbury scene. He belonged to Dennis González Dallas-London Sextet, Soft Machine, Bluesology and Just Us. Recorded as saxophonist, jazz musician, songwriter and record producer.
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