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Janet Thurlow. James Milton Cleveland (May 3, 1926 – August 23, 2008) was an American jazz trombonist born in Wartrace, Tennessee. [1] Cleveland was signed by EmArcy Records in 1955. [2] Cleveland was married to jazz vocalist Janet Thurlow. [3] He died on August 23, 2008, in Lynwood, California, at the age of 82. [1]
Aug 23, 2008 · Jimmy Cleveland. One of the finest trombonists to emerge during the 1950s, Jimmy Cleveland has been overlooked since moving to Los Angeles in the late '60s. He started on trombone when he was 16, and his first important…. Read Full Biography.
Oct 23, 2023 · Most Popular Jimmy Cleveland Songs Introduction Jimmy Cleveland, a highly acclaimed American trombonist and composer, has left an indelible mark on the jazz scene. Born on May 3, 1926, in Wartrace, Tennessee, Cleveland began his musical journey at a young age. With a distinctive sound and a knack for improvisation, he became an influential figure … Most Popular Jimmy Cleveland Songs Read More »
MG 36066. Jimmy Cleveland chronology. Introducing Jimmy Cleveland and His All Stars. (1956) Cleveland Style. (1958) Introducing Jimmy Cleveland and His All Stars is the debut album led by American trombonist Jimmy Cleveland featuring tracks recorded in 1955. It was released on the EmArcy label. [1] [2]
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- August 4 & 12, 1955 and November 22, 1955, New York City
- Jazz
Oct 24, 2022 · Janet Thurlow, the jazz singer and widow of famed trombonist Jimmy Cleveland who performed with Lionel Hampton’s orchestra and helped give Quincy Jones an early career boost, has died. She was 96.
Jimmy Cleveland, born May 3, 1926 in Wartrace Tennessee, is an American jazz trombonist. Cleveland was an experienced trombonist who had worked in a band formed by his family and the orchestra at Tennessee State University. He played with great power and a wonderful warm tone. His playing is a masterful instrument and his technical prowess make ...
Jul 10, 2023 · Jimmy Cleveland was an American jazz trombonist born in Wartrace, Tennessee. Cleveland has worked with many well-known jazz musicians, including Lionel Hampton, Miles Davis, Sarah Vaughan, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Quincy Jones, Lucky Thompson, Gigi Gryce, Oscar Peterson, Oscar Pettiford and James Brown.
