Ben Allison

For the English cricketer, see Ben Allison (cricketer).
Ben Allison
Ben Allison, New York City, 2023
Background information
BornNovember 17, 1966 (1966-11-17) (age 59)
New Haven, Connecticut, U.S.
GenresJazz
OccupationsMusician, composer
InstrumentDouble bass
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Ben Allison (born November 17, 1966) is an American double bassist, composer, producer, bandleader, educator. In addition to his work as a performer, he co-founded the non-profit Jazz Composers Collective and served as its Artistic Director for twelve years. Allison is an adjunct professor at New School University and serves as President of the board of the New York chapter of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.

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