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Gregory Coleman

1949 – 2005

Classical guitarist

Classical guitarist
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About Gregory Coleman

Lived 1949 – 2005 (aged 56). Gregory Coleman was an American classical guitarist.

Gregory James Coleman (29 June 1949 – 16 September 2005) was a classical guitarist, educator, composer, and arranger.

Coleman taught classical guitar for over 42 years at Saddleback College, Orange Coast College, Irvine Valley College, University of Redlands, Cal State San Bernardino, and privately. He studied with renowned guitarists, including Laurindo Almeida, Christopher Parkening, Joe Pass, Howard Roberts, and Pepe Romero. Coleman's father Ervan Coleman was a studio guitarist, a founding member of the Baja Marimba Band, and a session player with The Tijuana Brass.

Coleman attended Saddleback College and the University of California, Irvine. He died from melanoma on 16 September 2005 in Trabuco Canyon.

Discography Title Year Format Gregory Coleman 1976 LP Sarabande of the Distance 1999 CD Isla California 2002 CD

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Classical guitarist
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Gregory James Coleman

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gregory Coleman?

classical guitarist

When was Gregory Coleman born?

Gregory Coleman was born on 29 June 1949 in Los Angeles.

When did Gregory Coleman die?

Gregory Coleman died on 16 September 2005 in Trabuco Canyon.

What was Gregory Coleman's occupation?

Gregory Coleman was a classical guitarist.

What nationality was Gregory Coleman?

Gregory Coleman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gregory Coleman

· Wikidata: Q16135753

· DBpedia: Gregory Coleman (guitarist)

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