Background
Abrams, Muhal Richard was born on September 19, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Abrams, Muhal Richard was born on September 19, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Student, Chicago Music College.
Professional debut, 1948. Composer music for King Fleming Band, 1950. Pianist, arranger, composer MJT plus 3, 1955.
Founder The Experimental Band, 1961. Founding president Association Advancement Creative Music (AACM), Chicago, since 1965, founder New York City chapter, 1982. Founder AACM School Music.
Accompanist Art Ensemble Chicago, Anthony Braxton.