Rahsaan Roland Kirk

USA, 1955–1977

American multi-instrumentalist (1935-1977), blind from early childhood, who played several saxophones simultaneously and sang through the flute while playing it. His repertoire ran from stride to free jazz.

MusicRoots documents 0 artists who influenced Rahsaan Roland Kirk and 1 artist Rahsaan Roland Kirk influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Which artists did Rahsaan Roland Kirk influence?

• Jethro Tull — Ian Anderson's vocalized flute style comes from Roland Kirk — Tull's first album covers Kirk's 'Serenade to a Cuckoo' in open acknowledgement.