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Musician · 1926–1967

John Coltrane

John Coltrane was an American jazz saxophonist.

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John Coltrane
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CHAPTER 01

Life and work

John William Coltrane (September 23, 1926 – July 17, 1967) was an American jazz saxophonist, bandleader, and composer. He is among the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz and 20th-century music.

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CHAPTER 02

A beginning in Hamlet

John Coltrane was born in Hamlet. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

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THE PLACES BEHIND THE STORY

A life on the map.

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01 / AREA REFERENCE

Hamlet

John Coltrane was born in Hamlet. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

John Coltrane — biographical record ↗︎

Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.

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IN THE STORY

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WORKS

Culture, connected.

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KEEP EXPLORING

Cities and Worlds.

CITY

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