Hamlet in Richmond County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
John Coltrane
Born: September 23, 1926 in Hamlet, NC Died: July 17, 1967
— NC Musicians Mural Trail —
Photographed By Mark Parker, June 6, 2023
1. John Coltrane Marker
John William Coltrane, modern jazz saxophonist and composer, was born in Hamlet, the son of Alice Blair and John W. Coltrane, Sr. By the time of his death, he had achieved international eminence as one of the most talented and creative figures in the history of jazz. In 1955, Coltrane joined the Miles Davis Quintet, which was to become the outstanding jazz group of its day. With Davis's group, Coltrane first attracted public and critical attention for his distinctive style of saxophone jazz. Coltrane's music, although influenced by many forms, was unique in its development sxx and exploration of sixteenth notes as a rhythmic base for jazz. His superb technical skill on the saxophone enabled him to experiment freely with the broadest improvisation in avant-garde jazz, making him a central figure in the field.
Muralist: Scott Nurkin
Erected by NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment. A significant historical date for this entry is September 23, 1926.
Location. 34° 53.087′ N, 79° 42.033′ W. Marker is in Hamlet, North Carolina, in Richmond County. Marker is at the intersection of Raleigh St and Vance Street on Raleigh
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Hamlet Station (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named John Coltrane (approx. 0.3 miles away); a different marker also named John Coltrane (approx. 0.4 miles away); Sherman's March (approx. 5.2 miles away); Henry William Harrington (approx. 5½ miles away); Alfred Dockery (approx. 5½ miles away); Cameron Morrison (approx. 5½ miles away); Lest We Forget (approx. 5.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hamlet.
Photographed By Mark Parker, June 6, 2023
2. John Coltrane Mural
Marker located to the right of his left arm
Credits. This page was last revised on April 9, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 8, 2024, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina. This page has been viewed 50 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 8, 2024, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
