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Anthony Braxton (born June 4, 1945, in Chicago) is a towering figure in experimental jazz and contemporary classical music. A central founder and organizer of the AACM-influenced ecosystem, Braxton has shaped how improvisation and composition interact across genres. His work spans complex notation, multi-ensemble structures, and expansive cycles such as the Trillium operas, Ghost Trance Music, Diamond Curtain Wall Music, and Echo Echo Mirror House Music. Renowned for his relentless curiosity, Braxton has earned top honors including a MacArthur Fellowship (1994) and NEA Jazz Master (2014). This page provides a concise biography, discography highlights, and up-to-date tour information so you can secure your seats with confidence.