Guitarists · 1927–1993

Ahmed Abdul-Malik

American bassist (1927–1993)

Born
30 January 1927
Brooklyn
Died
2 October 1993
Long Branch
Country
United States
Record labels
Prestige
Discography
1 album

Biography

Ahmed Abdul-Malik was a jazz musician who played guitar, double bass, bass instrument and oud. Ahmed Abdul-Malik was born on 30 January 1927 in Brooklyn and died on 2 October 1993 in Long Branch. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Prestige.

Ahmed Abdul-Malik (born Jonathan Tim Jr.; January 30, 1927 – October 2, 1993) was an American jazz double bassist and oud player. Abdul-Malik is remembered for integrating Middle Eastern and North African music styles in his jazz music. He was a bass player for Art Blakey, Earl Hines, Randy Weston, and Thelonious Monk, among others. Abdul-Malik recorded six albums as a leader between 1958 and 1964 before moving into jazz education.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Spellbound 1964

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Ahmed Abdul-Malik play?

Ahmed Abdul-Malik is known for playing guitar, double bass, bass instrument and oud.

When and where was Ahmed Abdul-Malik born?

Ahmed Abdul-Malik was born 30 January 1927 in Brooklyn.

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