Scott LaFaro
Rocco Scott LaFaro (April 3, 1936 – July 6, 1961) was an American jazz double bassist known for his work with the Bill Evans Trio. LaFaro broke new ground on the instrument, developing a countermelodic style of accompaniment rather than playing traditional walking basslines, as well as virtuosity that was practically unmatched by any of his contemporaries. Despite his short career, he remains one of the most influential jazz bassists, and was ranked number 16 on Bass Player magazine's top 100 bass players of all time.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Rocco Scott LaFaro |
| Born | April 3, 1936 Newark, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | July 6, 1961 (aged 25) Seneca, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, bebop, cool jazz, modal jazz, free jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Double bass |
| Years active | 1955–1961 |
| Labels | Riverside, Atlantic |
| Website | www |
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