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Story summary
- Clifford Brown, jazz trumpeter, joined drummer Max Roach in 1954 to form Clifford Brown-Max Roach Quintet.
- Their first album, recorded that summer, became a classic in modern jazz.
- Brown was known for flawless technique and an emotional tone, prioritizing expression over showmanship.
- Music critic Nat Hentoff noted Brown's impact extended beyond skill, telling a story through his music.
- Brown died less than two years later.
