Sun Ra

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Born

May 22, 1914

Died

May 30, 1993 (age 79)

Place of Birth

Birmingham, Alabama , U.S.

Also Known As

Herman Poole Blount

Le Sony'r Ra

Sun Ra

Biography

Sun Ra (born Herman Poole Blount, legal name Le Sony'r Ra; May 22, 1914 – May 30, 1993) was an American jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, poet and philosopher known for his experimental music, "cosmic philosophy," prolific output, and theatrical performances. For much of his career, Ra led "The Arkestra", an ensemble with an ever-changing name and flexible line-up.

Known For

Filmography

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