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Robert Aaron

b. 1955

Canadian jazz musician

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Born 1955. Robert Aaron is a Canadian jazz musician and saxophonist.

Robert Aaron (born Robert Arron Vineberg; November 13, 1955) is a Canadian jazz musician. He performed for rapper Wyclef Jean's band from 1998 to 2008. Robin Caulden of Press-Republican said "He's played with everybody — Afrika Bambataa, B52s, Blondie, Chic, David Bowie, Heavy D, James Chance and The Contortions, RZA, Stetsasonic, William Vivanco and Wu-Tang Clan."

In 1981, he first started work with James Chance for the group James White and the Blacks; and has toured with him since in Europe and Japan. In 2010, Aaron released his album Trouble Man, Folk singer Eric Andersen, who used Aaron on several albums as a producer and performer, described him as "Absolutely dedicated. He lived for his art."

Death of Philip Seymour Hoffman Aaron was arrested in February 2014 for suspicion of selling the heroin that caused the overdose death of Philip Seymour Hoffman. Ultimately, prosecutors dropped the most serious charge, which was intent to sell heroin. He pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of felony drug possession, and was sentenced to five years’ probation.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Robert Aaron?

Canadian jazz musician

When was Robert Aaron born?

Robert Aaron was born on 13 November 1955 in Montreal.

What is Robert Aaron's occupation?

Robert Aaron is a jazz musician and saxophonist.

What nationality is Robert Aaron?

Robert Aaron is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Aaron

· Wikidata: Q16735274

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