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Thad Jones was an American trumpeter and composer who co-founded the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra in New York in 1965.
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What was Thad Jones's role in the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra?
Thad Jones co-founded the orchestra with drummer Mel Lewis in New York in 1965. Jones wrote and arranged much of the band's early book, giving it a sharp, modern big band sound.
Did Thad Jones play with Count Basie?
Yes, Jones was a trumpeter and arranger in the Count Basie Orchestra during the 1950s and early 1960s. His Basie period helped establish him as both a lyrical soloist and a sophisticated big band writer.
Is Thad Jones connected to Hank Jones and Elvin Jones?
Yes, Thad Jones was part of a major jazz family: pianist Hank Jones was his brother, and drummer Elvin Jones was also his brother. The three came from Pontiac, Michigan, and each became important in a different part of modern jazz.
What Thad Jones composition is often played by jazz musicians?
A Child Is Born is one of Thad Jones's best-known compositions. It became a jazz standard and is closely associated with his gift for warm, songlike harmony.
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