Art Themen

Art Themen

Art Themen
Born	Arthur Edward George Themen November 26, 1939 Manchester, England
Occupation	Musician, Orthopedic Surgeon
Years active	1960s–present

Arthur Edward George Themen (born November 26, 1939) is a renowned British jazz saxophonist and orthopedic surgeon. He is known for his work with prominent jazz musicians and his contributions to the field of medicine.

Early Life and Education

Art Themen was born in Manchester, England. He developed an interest in music at an early age and began playing the saxophone during his school years. Themen pursued his higher education in medicine and graduated from Cambridge University.

Musical Career

Art Themen's musical career began in the 1960s when he started playing with various jazz bands. He became a prominent figure in the British jazz scene and collaborated with notable musicians such as Alex Welsh and Humphrey Lyttelton. Themen is known for his versatility on the saxophone, playing both the tenor and soprano saxophones.

Throughout his career, Themen has performed at numerous jazz festivals and has been a regular performer at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London. His style is influenced by John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, and other jazz legends.

Medical Career

In addition to his musical achievements, Art Themen had a distinguished career as an orthopedic surgeon. He balanced his dual careers in music and medicine for many years, working at St Thomas' Hospital in London and later at Salisbury District Hospital.

Awards and Recognition

Art Themen has received several accolades for his contributions to both jazz and medicine. He is celebrated for his ability to excel in two demanding fields and for his dedication to his craft.

Personal Life

Art Themen continues to perform and inspire new generations of jazz musicians. He remains active in the jazz community and is a respected figure in both the music and medical fields.

See Also

• Jazz in Britain
• List of jazz saxophonists
• Orthopedic surgery