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Emmett Chapman

Emmett Chapman

American jazz musician (1936–2021)

Died aged 85LibraUnited States

Biography

Emmett Chapman (September 28, 1936 – November 1, 2021) was an American jazz musician best known as the inventor of the Chapman Stick and maker of the Chapman Stick family of instruments.

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Career highlights

Genres

  • jazz

Instruments

  • guitar
  • Chapman Stick

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Quick facts

Born
September 28, 1936 · Santa Barbara
Died
November 1, 2021 · Los Angeles
Age
85 at death
Zodiac
Libra · Chinese: Rat
Gender
male
Nationality
United States
Occupation
luthier, jazz musician, guitarist, jazz guitarist, inventor
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