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Born in 1933, Shorter joined Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers in the late 1950s, where he gained prominence as a tenor saxophonist and composer. He later became a member of the renowned jazz band, Miles Davis Quintet, from 1964 to 1970. Shorter's compositions during this period, such as "Footprints" and "Nefertiti," are considered jazz classics. After leaving Davis' group, he co-founded the jazz fusion band Weather Report in 1971, which became highly influential in the jazz and fusion scene of the 1970s and 1980s. Besides his work with Weather Report, Shorter has also had a successful solo career as a bandleader and has collaborated with various musicians, including Herbie Hancock and Carlos Santana. He is known for his unique improvisational abilities and innovative compositions, often incorporating elements of classical music and world music into his jazz compositions. Throughout his career, Shorter has received numerous awards and accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards and honorary degrees. He is considered one of the greatest living jazz saxophonists and composers, with a career spanning over six decades. Wayne Shorter's contributions to jazz music have left a lasting impact on the genre, and he continues to inspire and influence musicians around the world.