Rodney Kendrick

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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1960

Rodney Kendrick (born April 30, 1960) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and record producer.

He has been described as a "hard swinging player and composer with a delightful Monkish wit and drive".

1981

At twenty-one, Kendrick began a primary focus on jazz, moving to New York City in 1981.

He played keyboards for artists such as Freddie Hubbard, Terence Blanchard, Stanley Turrentine, Clark Terry, J. J. Johnson, and others.

He studied with pianist Barry Harris, who remained his teacher and mentor for over 20 years.

Kendrick cites Randy Weston and Sun Ra as influences.

1996

Kendrick has been married to Rhonda Ross Kendrick since September 13, 1996.

2009

They have a son, born in 2009.

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