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James Pankow is an American trombone player, songwriter, and arranger who is a founding member of the rock band Chicago. He has composed many songs and brass arrangements for Chicago and other artists, and is the brother of actor John Pankow.
James Pankow – Chicago. Founding Member – Trombone, Horn Arranger, Composer. My career began one day when I was only ten years old. I was a restless kid. The kind of kid that was constantly tapping on things. Beating on things and humming.
Learn how James Pankow became a trombonist and a founding member of the rock band Chicago. Read his interview about his influences, his father, his mentors, and his career.
Learn about James Pankow, the trombonist and composer for the jazz-rock group Chicago. Find out his birth date, musical influences, instrument preferences, family background, and trivia.
- August 20, 1947
Learn about James Pankow, a founding member of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Chicago, who wrote many of their hits such as "Make Me Smile" and "Colour My World". Find out how he started playing the trombone, composed a long-format suite inspired by his girlfriend, and joined the band in 1967.
James Pankow is at home in Nashville. He just gave away his daughter’s hand in marriage. He’s totally excited and has good reason to be. But now, Pankow, who grew up in Park Ridge, is...
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Learn about James Pankow's musical journey from a young trombonist to a legendary member of the rock band Chicago. Read his stories, tips and insights for concert band musicians in this interview by Margie Simon.
