This Wikipedia biography chronicles the life and monumental career of John Coltrane, a transformative jazz saxophonist and composer. The text details his progression from early rhythm and blues and bebop to pioneering modal and avant-garde jazz movements. It highlights his significant professional partnerships with icons like Miles Davis and Thelonious Monk before he led his influential "Classic Quartet" in the 1960s. Central to the narrative is Coltrane's 1957 spiritual awakening, which shifted his musical focus toward deep religious exploration and resulted in masterpieces like A Love Supreme. The sources also cover his personal life, his service in th ...