Knepper Jimmy Vedic birth chart profile
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Knepper Jimmy

• Remembering (Jun 14, 2003)

★ November 22, 1927 · Los Angeles, California
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Moon Sign
Libra
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Sun Sign
Scorpio
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Ascendant
Cancer
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Nakshatra
Vishakha
Birth Star
Entertain/MusicDestiny Number 8Soul Number 2Personality Number 3Kabbalah Number 2ParentingParkinsonsChildhood
Biography

Who is Knepper Jimmy?

American jazz trombonist who made his own recordings as leader, as well as performing and recording with Charlie Barnet, Woody Herman, Claude Thornhill, Stan Kenton, Benny Goodman, Gil Evans, Thad Jones and Mel Lewis, Toshiko Akiyoshi and Lew Tabackin, and, most famously, Charles Mingus in the late 1950s and early 1960s. In 1980, he received a Grammy nomination from The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, for "Best Jazz Instrumentalist Performance, Soloist", for his original album, Cunningbird. Knepper died on 14 June 2003 of complications of Parkinsons disease at age 75 in Triadelphia, West Virginia. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Knepper Jimmy – Public Profile

Birth: Tuesday, November 22, 1927
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Biography

Jimmy Knepper was an American jazz trombonist recognized for his work as a versatile sideman and contributor to mid‑century jazz sessions. Born in Los Angeles in 1927, he built a career that spanned several decades, recording with various ensembles and leading his own projects later in his career. His playing was noted for its lyrical tone and technical agility, traits that made him a sought‑after collaborator on numerous sessions across the jazz spectrum.

Career Highlights

  • Active throughout the 1950s and beyond as a respected trombonist in jazz circles.
  • Contributed to a wide range of studio and live sessions with major jazz artists and groups.
  • Recognized for a warm, expressive trombone voice and strong improvisational sense.

Discography (Selected)

Jimmy Knepper appears on numerous jazz recordings as a sideman. For a complete and verified list of recordings, consult jazz discography databases and resources such as AllMusic, Discogs, and Jazz Discography Project.

News, Projects and Public Activity

As a figure who passed away in 2003, there are no contemporary projects or new public activities attributed to Knepper. Obituaries and retrospective pieces exist in jazz press and online archives, highlighting his contributions to the genre. Posthumous reissues or archival releases may appear in jazz catalogs from time to time.

Legacy and Influence

Knepper is remembered for his solid technique, musical sensitivity, and role in mid‑century jazz ensembles. His work continues to be studied by trombonists and jazz historians interested in the era’s horn sections and improv language.

Social Media and Online Presence

There are no verified official social media profiles for Knepper. If any fan pages or memorial pages exist, they are unofficial and created by enthusiasts or institutions.

Notes

For verified information, refer to established jazz reference sources and archival material. This profile summarizes publicly available historical information and acknowledges that ongoing social channels are not official.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Knepper Jimmy's birth chart?

5 FOUND

Knepper Jimmy's chart shows 3 Raj Yogas and 2 challenging combinations, including Chandra-Mangala Yoga, Vasumitra Yoga, Rajju Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha periods did Knepper Jimmy live through?

VIMSHOTTARI

Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Knepper Jimmy, in order.

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Rahu / Rahu / Saturn
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What do Knepper Jimmy's numerology numbers say?

Knepper Jimmy's core numbers are Destiny 8, Soul Urge 2, Personality 3, Kabbalah Number 2.

◎Destiny
8

Chaldean Destiny 8 indicates executive expression and authority. It supports business, finance, leadership, and achievement through discipline.

❖Soul Urge
2

Chaldean Soul 2 desires emotional safety, love, and peace. It seeks supportive bonds, trust, and harmony in relationships.

◇Personality
3

Chaldean Personality 3 appears expressive, social, and creative. Others often see charm, optimism, and communication skills.

∞Kabbalah Number
2

Kabbalah Number 2 reflects an inner spiritual code of harmony and union. It supports empathy, balance, and growth through partnership.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

2003
Death
Death by Disease 14 June 2003 (Parkinsons disease, age 75)
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