As a founding member of the iconic rock band Chicago, James Pankow revolutionized the role of the trombone in contemporary music. His innovative approach to brass arrangements contributed to the band's unique fusion of rock, jazz, and R&B, while his powerful solos showcased th...
Notably, he pioneered the use of "thematic improvisation," wherein he ingeniously weaved motifs from the melody throughout his solos, showcasing his uncanny ability to stay fresh and innovative. As a bandleader and recording artist, Rollins has made an indelible impact on the wor...
Dizzy‘s“Con Alma”got a bold makeover in 1968, fourteen years after its debut. This time, he unleashed it with his big band, featuring heavyweights likeJames Moody(sax),Jimmy Owens(flugelhorn),Curtis Fuller(trombone),Michael Longo(piano),Paul West(bass), andCandy Finch(drums). ...
Her music often blends elements of folk and pop; she also uses a lot of acoustic instruments in her songs, including violins, cellos, trombones, and acoustic guitar. 104 Ragheb Alama 135 votes Ragheb Alama (Arabic: راغب علامة born June 7, 1962) ...
Brian Carpenter's 13-piece orchestra is bottom-heavy (bass clarinet, baritone and bass saxophone, bassoon, trombone, and tuba), which keeps the string orchestra centered. And the guest vocalists are mostly from the rock world (or wherever you would slot Petra Haden and Karen Mantler), so ...
Her unforgettable stage presence and ability to seamlessly transition between sultry vocals and virtuosic flute solos have earned her a place among the greatest flautists of all time. Ana Caram's irresistible charm, originality, and unwavering commitment to her craft have solidified her st...
Her music often blends elements of folk and pop; she also uses a lot of acoustic instruments in her songs, including violins, cellos, trombones, and acoustic guitar. 105 Ragheb Alama 135 votes Ragheb Alama (Arabic: راغب علامة born June 7, 1962) is a Lebanese...
His bandLa Perfectafeatured an innovative trombone-led frontline, in place of the trumpet-dominated sound that was commonplace in much Latin music. His brother Charlie Palmieri is also an influential pianist and keyboardist in the worlds of salsa and Latin jazz. ...
In 1988, he played in the James Baldwin Project with David Linx and Deborah Brown (vocalists), Slide Hampton (trombone), Diederik Wissels (piano), Bob Stewart (tuba), and Michel Hatzigeorgiou (bass guitar). Van Dormael was also a member of Nasa Na Band, a jazz band known as the ...
Her music often blends elements of folk and pop; she also uses a lot of acoustic instruments in her songs, including violins, cellos, trombones, and acoustic guitar. 104 Ragheb Alama 135 votes Ragheb Alama (Arabic: راغب علامة born June 7, 1962) is a Lebanese...