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Ian Underwood

Ian Robertson Underwood (born May 22, 1939) is an American woodwind and keyboard player, who was a member of the original version of Frank Zappa's band the Mothers of Invention. Following the original band's split in late 1969, Underwood continued to work with Zappa extensively during the 1970s.

Ian Underwood

Ian Underwood of the Mothers of Invention, early 1970s.

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Name
Ian Underwood
Born
22 May 1939
Birthplace
New York City, New York, United States
Occupation
Musician, songwriter
Nationality
United States
Fields
jazz
Education
Choate Rosemary Hall

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Ian Robertson Underwood (born May 22, 1939) is an American woodwind and keyboard player, who was a member of the original version of Frank Zappa's band the Mothers of Invention. Following the original band's split in late 1969, Underwood continued to work with Zappa extensively during the 1970s.

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