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Scott Colley

Scott Colley (born November 24, 1963) is an American jazz double bassist and composer. During his career, he has toured, recorded, and played with musicians such as Herbie Hancock, Jim Hall, Carmen McRae, Chris Potter, Julian Lage, Brian Blade, and Pat Metheny.

Scott Colley

American jazz bassist Scott Colley

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Name
Scott Colley
Birth Name
Scott Stephen Colley
Born
24 November 1963
Birthplace
Pasadena, California, U.S.
Occupation
* Musician
Nationality
United States
Fields
jazz · hard bop
Education
Eagle Rock High School

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Scott Colley (born November 24, 1963) is an American jazz double bassist and composer. During his career, he has toured, recorded, and played with musicians such as Herbie Hancock, Jim Hall, Carmen McRae, Chris Potter, Julian Lage, Brian Blade, and Pat Metheny.

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Scott Colley (born 1963) is an American composer, double-bassist and musician. The composer was born in Los Angeles.

Scott Colley studied at Eagle Rock High School. The composer worked in New York City. Genres include hard bop and jazz.

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