Alfred McCoy Tyner (born December 11 1938) is a jazz pianist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, best known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet. Tyner was born in Philadelphia as the oldest of three children. He was encouraged to study piano by his mother. He finally began studying the piano at age 13 and within two years, music had become the focal point in his life. Among many other things, his playing can be distinguished by a low bass left hand, … Wikipedia
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On September 11, 2007, McCoy Tyner will release his incredible new CD, "Quartet," launching his brand new label, McCoy Tyner Music. www.mccoytyner.com/
