Norman Edge (April 29, 1934 -- June 4, 2018) was an American jazz double bassist from Jersey City, New Jersey, who became a reliable fixture in the New York metropolitan jazz scene.
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Throughout his career spanning several decades, he provided the rhythmic foundation for numerous ensembles, demonstrating the high level of musicianship characteristic of Jersey City's jazz exports.
His work in small groups and larger bands helped sustain the vibrant live jazz culture of the mid-to-late twentieth century.
He is remembered as a dedicated craftsman of the double bass, contributing to the rich tradition of jazz instrumentalists hailing from Hudson County.
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- Wikipedia — Norman Edge — link
- Archive research: The Jersey City Sound, 2026
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