About
Charles Lloyd (born March 15, 1938) is an American saxophonist, flutist and bandleader who first gained wide attention in the 1960s with his Quartet and the live success of 'Forest Flower.' He is an NEA Jazz Master (announced 2014, award 2015), has recorded for ECM and Blue Note, and in recent years has toured and recorded with a quartet lineup that has featured pianist Gerald Clayton.
