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Marthaniel "Marcus" Roberts (born August 7, 1963) is an American jazz pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, and teacher. Early life [ edit ] Roberts was born in Jacksonville, Florida , United States. [1]
- Marthaniel Roberts
- August 7, 1963 (age 60), Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.
- 1980s–present
Oct 15, 2019 · Learn about Marcus Roberts, a blind jazz pianist and composer who has collaborated with Wynton Marsalis, Béla Fleck and Seiji Ozawa. Explore his biography, discography, awards, photos and more on All About Jazz.
Watch videos of Marcus Roberts, a jazz pianist and composer, performing with his trio, orchestra, and other musicians. Learn about his music, influences, and interviews on his official YouTube channel.
Dec 28, 2013 · Marcus Roberts was a very young, very gifted pianist back in 1985, when Wynton Marsalis tapped him to join his band. Six years later, Roberts went off to lead his own combo — and to write both ...
Feb 12, 2024 · Pianist Marcus Roberts, who performed the Rhapsody with The Philadelphia Orchestra, shares his insights on its cultural and musical impact. He discusses the Afro-diasporic rhythms, the classical influences, and the collective spirit of Gershwin's masterpiece.
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Mar 30, 2014 · A profile of the blind jazz pianist Marcus Roberts, who overcame adversity with excellence and became a master of American music. Learn how he taught himself the piano, absorbed the styles of jazz legends, and performed with the Berlin Philharmonic.
Feb 19, 2010 · Pianist Marcus Roberts draws on his strong improvisational skills and a deep respect for swing and ragtime influences to create his signature style. On this episode of Piano Jazz, he sits down ...