Noah Howard

Noah Howard (1943–2010) was an American alto saxophonist from New Orleans associated with free jazz. He recorded albums including At Judson Hall and The Black Ark and performed both in the U.S. and in Europe.

Born in New Orleans in 1943 and died in 2010. Associated with the free-jazz movement; recorded The Black Ark (1969, Freedom Records) and At Judson Hall (1968 recordings from 1966 concerts). Shared stages or contexts with figures such as Albert Ayler, Sun Ra, Burton Greene, Sonny Simmons, Archie Shepp; worked with musicians including Dave Burrell and Cathrine Norris (cello) on the Judson Hall recordings.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Noah Howard's work, highlighting his 1968 At Judson Hall recording and the 1969 The Black Ark. Reviews emphasize Howard's roots in New Orleans, free-jazz approach, melodic ties to Charlie Parker and influence of Coltrane. Both pieces commend his improvisational control and the albums' emotional intensity.

For:Fans of free jazz, avant-garde jazz listeners, researchers of 1960s jazz and improvised music.