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     The Gerald Wilson Orchestra 'in the studio' recording 'Before Motown' from the new CD DETROIT

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Gerald_WilsonGerald Wilson - Wikipedia

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   He joined the Jimmie Lunceford orchestra in 1939, replacing its trumpeter and arranger, Sy Oliver. While with Lunceford, Wilson contributed songs to the band, including "Hi Spook" and "Yard-dog Mazurka", the first influenced by Ellington's recording of "Caravan" and the latter an influence on Stan Kenton's "Intermission Riff".

3. www.npr.org › 2011/07/16 › 138164894The Gerald Wilson Orchestra: A Living 'Legacy' - NPR

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   Jul 15, 2011 · At the age of almost 93, Gerald Wilson keeps adding to his own legacy. In fact, the latest album from his ensemble, The Gerald Wilson Orchestra, is called Legacy, and it features the...

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   Sep 21, 2009 · The incredible Gerald Wilson leads his fantastic orchestra in the recording of 'Before Motown' - a track from the Gerald Wilson Orchestra's CD 'Detroit.' D...

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6. www.theguardian.com › music › 2014Gerald Wilson obituary | Jazz | The Guardian

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   Sep 15, 2014 · Watching Gerald Wilson, who has died aged 96, direct an orchestra was an experience in itself. He was balletic, his shock of white hair a trademark, darting this way and that, as he cued...

7. www.allaboutjazz.com › musicians › gerald-wilsonGerald Wilson Musician - All About Jazz

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   Aug 2, 2023 · The veteran composer, arranger and big band leader might well be able to claim the longest major recording career in jazz. First recorded in 1939 as a member of Jimmie Lunceford's Orchestra, Gerald Wilson celebrated the release of his most recent CD, ... read more

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   Who was Gerald Wilson?

   • Gerald Wilson leading the Juilliard Jazz Orchestra at Dizzy's Club in New York, 2006. Photograph: Hiroyuki Ito/Getty Images Watching Gerald Wilson, who has died aged 96, direct an orchestra was an experience in itself. He was balletic, his shock of white hair a trademark, darting this way and that, as he cued sections and controlled dynamics.

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   How did Gerald Wilson become famous?

   • Gerald Wilson, who eventually gave up playing trumpet to concentrate on his writing, became particularly famous in the jazz world through his series of classic big band recordings for the Pacific Jazz label in the 1960s including “You Better Believe It,” “Moment Of Truth,” “Portraits,” “On Stage” and “The Golden Sword.”

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   When did Wilson start playing trumpet?

   • After a few years gaining recognition for his work with Lunceford and after serving a stint with the U.S. Navy, Wilson settled in Los Angeles. He wrote and played trumpet for Benny Carter and Les Hite and led his own big band during 1944-47, making his first recordings as a leader.

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9. www.laphil.com › musicdb › artistsGerald Wilson Orchestra | LA Phil

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   From the late 1940s through the '50s, Wilson was one of the most active arrangers and orchestrators in jazz and popular music. In addition to providing musical settings for Sarah Vaughan, Ray Charles, Julie London, Bobby Darin, Carmen McRae, and many others, he developed a close working relationship with Duke Ellington.

10. www.allaboutjazz.com › the-complete-pacific-jazzGerald Wilson: The Complete Pacific Jazz Recordings of Gerald ...

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    Nov 1, 2000 · Gerald Wilson: The Complete Pacific Jazz Recordings of Gerald Wilson and His Orchestra. By C. Andrew Hovan. November 1, 2000. Sign in to view read count. Even with the reissue boon that has resulted in so much obscure music seeing the light of day, certain artists have not fared well when it comes to the availability of their work.