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David Warren Brubeck ( / ˈbruːbɛk /; December 6, 1920 – December 5, 2012) was an American jazz pianist and composer. Often regarded as a foremost exponent of cool jazz, Brubeck's work is characterized by unusual time signatures and superimposing contrasting rhythms, meters, and tonalities .
Dave Brubeck, designated a “Living Legend” by the Library of Congress, was one of the most active and popular musicians in both the jazz and classical worlds. With a career that spanned over six decades, his experiments in odd time signatures, improvised counterpoint, polyrhythm and polytonality remain hallmarks of innovation.
80.5K subscribers ‧ 51 videos. The official YouTube Channel of jazz pianist, composer, and visionary Dave Brubeck (6 December 1920 - 5 December 2012). davebrubeck.com and 3 more links.
Apr 12, 2024 · Dave Brubeck (born December 6, 1920, Concord, California, U.S.—died December 5, 2012, Norwalk, Connecticut) was a popular American jazz pianist who brought elements of classical music into jazz and whose style epitomized that of the “ West Coast movement.”
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Learn about the life and legacy of Dave Brubeck, the pioneering jazz composer, pianist, and cultural ambassador. Explore his discography, videos, photos, and upcoming events to celebrate his 100th birthday in 2020.
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The Dave Brubeck Trio recorded their first records with Jack Sheedy and San Fransisco-based Coronet Records. The company later became Fantasy Records under the ownership of Max and Sol Weiss, and continued to record and issue the music of the Trio. These first Brubeck records sold well, and brought the Trio recognition.
Dec 5, 2012 · His performances on college campuses, Top 40 radio play, his role as a jazz ambassador for the U.S., his picture on the cover of Time magazine — all made him one of the most recognized and...