If you love music, whether it is jazz, pop, soul etc you probably have great admiration for Quincy Jones. Quincy Jones is one of the most successful and talented musicians, producers and arrangers this country has ever seen. From playing the trumpet as a teenager, to making the right connections within the music world Quincy Jones has gone on to compose, play and arrange some of the most popular music that has ever been produced.
Music as Life
Music was an extremely important part of Quincy Jones’s life. Since an early age, Quincy Jones used music as a tool to get him through the tough times. Unfortunately, his mother was mentally ill and would spend long bouts in mental institutions. This had a huge effect on Quincy Jones and he relied on music to escape. Thankfully, music was the gift that allowed him to be creative, find a community that he found support in and made him fantastically rich and famous as he succeeded beyond anyone’s imagination.
Learn More About This Fascinating Musical Legend
To learn more about Quincy Jones, the American musical icon, Smithsonian Magazine has put together an insightful article regarding his life and achievements. Please visit our main magazine website at the following link: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/
Phantom of the Opera, Cleopatra, Tattoo Art, Diane Arbus, Quincy Jones, National Archives
