Makanda Ken McIntyre

Makanda Ken McIntyre
Birth nameKenneth Arthur McIntyre
Born(1931-09-07)September 7, 1931
Boston, Massachusetts
DiedJune 13, 2001(2001-06-13) (aged 69)
New York City
GenresJazz, avant-garde jazz
Occupation(s)Musician, teacher
Instrument(s)Saxophone, multi-instrumentalist
Years active1960–2000
LabelsUnited Artists, SteepleChase

Makanda Ken McIntyre (born Kenneth Arthur McIntyre; also known as Ken McIntyre) (September 7, 1931 – June 13, 2001) was an American jazz musician, composer and educator. In addition to his primary instrument, the alto saxophone, he played flute, bass clarinet, oboe, bassoon, double bass, drums, and piano.