Vernon Martin
American jazz double bassist
About Vernon Martin
Lived 1932 – 2000 (aged 68). Vernon Martin was an American double-bassist.
Vernon Shelby Martin (January 5, 1932 – November 10, 2000) was an American jazz double bassist known for his work with Rahsaan Roland Kirk.
Discography As sideman 1962: Domino - Rahsaan Roland Kirk 1968: Left & Right - Rahsaan Roland Kirk 1969: Volunteered Slavery - Rahsaan Roland Kirk 1970: Rahsaan Rahsaan - Rahsaan Roland Kirk
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Who was Vernon Martin?
American jazz double bassist
When was Vernon Martin born?
Vernon Martin was born on 5 January 1932.
When did Vernon Martin die?
Vernon Martin died on 10 November 2000.
What was Vernon Martin's occupation?
Vernon Martin was a double-bassist.
What nationality was Vernon Martin?
Vernon Martin was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Vernon Martin (jazz bassist)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Vernon Martin. https://biography.guide/vernon-martin/
MLA: "Vernon Martin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/vernon-martin/.
Chicago: "Vernon Martin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/vernon-martin/.
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