About Pete Strange
Lived 1938 – 2004 (aged 65). Pete Strange was a British jazz musician.
Peter Charles Strange (19 December 1938 – 14 August 2004)
His first major gig was with Eric Silk and his Southern Jazz Band when he was just 18 years old.
Strange joined Humphrey Lyttelton's band in 1983, and remained with the ensemble until he died. He also played with his own side group, the Great British Jazz Band.
Pete Strange died of cancer in Banstead, Surrey, in August 2004, aged 65.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pete Strange?
British musician (1938-2004)
When was Pete Strange born?
Pete Strange was born on 19 December 1938 in Plaistow, Newham.
When did Pete Strange die?
Pete Strange died on 14 August 2004 in Banstead, Surrey.
What was Pete Strange's occupation?
Pete Strange was a jazz musician.
What nationality was Pete Strange?
Pete Strange was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pete Strange. https://biography.guide/pete-strange/
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