| Musician, producer, arranger, composer, trumpeter Date of Birth: 14.03.1933 Country: USA |
Quincy Delight Jones Jr., known as Quincy Jones, was born in 1933 in Chicago, Illinois. He was the eldest son in his family. From a young age, Quincy showed a passion for music and began playing the trumpet while still in elementary school. This marked the beginning of his lifelong creative journey.
In the early 1950s, Quincy joined Lionel Hampton's band, even abandoning his studies at the Schillinger House (now Berklee College of Music) in Boston. He later moved to New York City, where he worked with renowned musicians such as Sarah Vaughan, Duke Ellington, and his friend Ray Charles. In 1956, as a member of Dizzy Gillespie's band, Quincy toured South America and the Middle East. Upon his return, he signed a contract with ABC-Paramount Records and formed his own band, "The Jones Boys."
Quincy quickly realized that making music and selling music were two entirely different things. Determined to master the business side of the industry, he became highly sought after by top musicians. Throughout his career, Quincy worked with artists such as Jose Feliciano, Roberta Flack, Aretha Franklin, Herbie Hancock, Frank Sinatra, B.B. King, Little Richard, Paul Simon, Ringo Starr, George Benson, Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington, and many others.
Quincy's talents extended beyond music. He became a successful film producer, television series creator, actor, and author. He composed music for over 50 films and TV projects, including "Goldfinger," "Kill Bill," "New Centurions," and "The Color Purple."
Quincy Jones has been actively involved in philanthropy throughout his life. He has established numerous charitable foundations and projects, including the Institute for Black American Music. He has also dedicated significant time and resources to promoting African American culture and the arts.
Quincy's contributions to music and the entertainment industry have earned him numerous accolades. He has received 55 Grammy nominations, with 15 wins. In 2008, the Montreux Jazz Festival celebrated his 75th birthday with a five-hour concert featuring over 30 renowned musicians. Quincy's journey in music continues to inspire and influence generations of artists and musicians worldwide.