American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Wynton Marsalis
A biography of jazz musician Wynton Marsalis. A musical prodigy, he began playing in orchestras while still in high school. He later won the Pulitzer Prize in Music. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
Other
All About Jazz: Arturo Sandoval
Learn about Arturo Sandoval and his life in Cuba and later in America.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Dizzy Gillespie
Dizzie Gillespie helped create a new form of modern jazz called be-bop. It was the predecessor of hip-hop that is so popular today.
Black Past
Black Past: Jones, Quincy
This encyclopedia entry offers a brief look at Quincy Jones, who began as a jazz trumpet player, but has expanded his career beyond music into film and television. There are links to websites for more information.
Other
Behind the Beat: Arturo Sandoval
Scroll down the page so you can listen to Arturo Sandoval describe his music and love for the trumpet.
Other
Richard De La Font Agency: Arturo Sandoval
A detailed biography of the Cuban-American trumpeter and band leader.
Other
I Was Doing All Right
Read about a trumpet player's insights and experiences with jazz improvisation. This is a large blog site with a lot of great information and ideas concerning improvisation.