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Aram Shelton is a renowned American jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, and composer. He was born on August 21, 1976, in Florida, United States. Shelton grew up in a musical family, and his father was a jazz pianist. He started playing the saxophone at the age of 12 and was soon performing in local jazz clubs. Shelton attended college at Wesleyan University in Connecticut, where he studied music and played in various jazz ensembles. After college, he moved to Chicago, where he became an active member of the city's vibrant jazz scene. He quickly established himself as a talented saxophonist and composer, and he began performing with some of the city's most respected jazz musicians. In 2003, Shelton released his debut album, "Arrive," which received critical acclaim and established him as a rising star in the jazz world. The album featured Shelton's original compositions and showcased his unique blend of traditional jazz and avant-garde improvisation. Over the next several years, Shelton continued to perform and record with various jazz ensembles, including his own quartet, which featured some of Chicago's top jazz musicians. He also began to gain recognition outside of Chicago, performing at jazz festivals and venues across the United States and Europe. In 2010, Shelton moved to the San Francisco Bay Area, where he became an active member of the city's thriving jazz scene. He continued to perform and record with various ensembles, including his own quartet, which released several critically acclaimed albums. In addition to his work as a performer and composer, Shelton is also an accomplished educator. He has taught jazz saxophone and improvisation at various universities and music schools, including the University of California, Berkeley, and the California Jazz Conservatory. Throughout his career, Shelton has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the jazz world. In 2012, he was awarded a grant from the San Francisco Arts Commission to support his work as a composer and performer. He has also been named a Rising Star in the DownBeat Critics Poll and has received multiple grants from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. Today, Shelton continues to be an active performer, composer, and educator. He remains committed to pushing the boundaries of jazz and exploring new avenues of improvisation and composition. With his unique blend of traditional jazz and avant-garde experimentation, he has established himself as one of the most exciting and innovative voices in contemporary jazz.

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