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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Wynton Marsalis

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Other

All About Jazz: Arturo Sandoval

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about Arturo Sandoval and his life in Cuba and later in America.
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Dizzy Gillespie

For Students 3rd - 8th
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.
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Black Past

Black Past: Jones, Quincy

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Other

Behind the Beat: Arturo Sandoval

For Students 9th - 10th
Scroll down the page so you can listen to Arturo Sandoval describe his music and love for the trumpet.
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Other

Richard De La Font Agency: Arturo Sandoval

For Students 6th - 8th
A detailed biography of the Cuban-American trumpeter and band leader.
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Other

I Was Doing All Right

For Students 9th - 10th
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.