empty cell David S. Ware
David S. Ware was an American jazz saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. Born in Plainfield, New Jersey, he grew up in Scotch Plains. He studied at the Berklee College of Music and, in the 1970s, played with pianist Cecil Taylor and drummer Andrew Cyrille. In 1989, he formed his own quartet with pianist Matthew Shipp, bassist William Parker, and drummer Marc Edwards. Their albums, such as "Flight of I" and "Third Ear Recitation," received acclaim. Ware was known for his contributions to free jazz and avant-garde jazz. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 62.
