Tag: Miles Davis
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Dupree Bolton: A Jazz Trumpeter’s Journey
In this blog post, we delve into the life and career of Dupree Bolton, exploring his notable performances, personal background, and the intriguing circumstances surrounding his rise to prominence in the jazz scene.
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Darryl Jones and The Rolling Stones: 30 years of Rhythm!
It is hard to believe Darryl Jones has played with The Rolling Stones for 30 years! Jones was invited to audition for The Rolling Stones in 1993 after the departure of longtime bassist Bill Wyman. He impressed the band with his playing and was hired as their new bassist, a role he has held ever…
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A Jazz Timeline: The Bebop Era
What is bebop? Bebop is a small-band style of jazz music that originated in the early 1940s. The name “bebop” comes from the sound of scat singers improvising nonsense syllables in vocal jazz performances. Among the most renowned pioneers of bebop are Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk, Max Roach, Bud Powell, Kenny Clarke, Miles…
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Rudy Van Gelder: A story of sight and sound
Rudy Van Gelder (November 2, 1924 – August 25, 2016) recorded hundreds of jazz sessions, including many recognized as classics, in a career which spanned more than half a century. Van Gelder’s discography as a recording engineer includes many of the greatest names in jazz including John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, Sonny Rollins, Art…