Musicians who died on March 6

Take a focused look at the musicians who passed away on March 6. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2020 McCoy Tyner

  McCoy Tyner was an influential American jazz pianist and composer, best known for his transformative role in modern jazz and his long-standing association with the John Coltrane Quartet. Recognized for his powerful chords, innovative modal harmonics, and percussive style, Tyner played a pivotal role in the development of post-bop jazz, profoundly impacting the evolution of jazz piano. [bio]