Scott LaFaro
Scott LaFaro
Top Songs
| 1 | (It Will Have to Do) Until the Real Thing Comes Along | ||
| 2 | 05 - Crow's Nest | ||
| 3 | Liz-Anne | ||
| 4 | Flamingo | ||
| 5 | There's No Greater Love |
Albums
Jul 2021 • 10 songs
Sep 2011 • 5 songs
Sep 2009 • 8 songs
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About
Biography
During his tragically short life, Scott LaFaro quickly developed into one of the most advanced bassists around, competing with Charlie Haden and Charles Mingus. He emphasized high notes, could play with great speed, and his interplay with Bill Evans in their trio was mutually stimulating and influential. LaFaro originally played clarinet and tenor before settling on bass while in college. He was with Buddy Morrow's band (1955-1956), toured with Chet Baker (1956-1957), and worked during the next few years with Ira Sullivan, Barney Kessel, Cal Tjader, and Benny Goodman, among ot...