Chicago Vinyl Records: The Jazz Legend
Chicago's music career spanned over four decades, during which he became a legend of jazz. Born Eugene Levander on June 17, 1905, in Kansas City, Missouri, Chicago began his musical journey at the age of 14 when he started playing the violin. He later switched to the saxophone and eventually moved to Chicago (the city) where he developed his unique style.
In the 1930s, Chicago formed his own band, which became known as the South Side Jazz Band. This group was instrumental in creating a new sound that blended traditional jazz with blues and swing. During this period, he also collaborated with other famous musicians like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. Chicago's music influenced many notable artists of his time, including Charlie Parker and Thelonious Monk.
In the 1940s and 1950s, Chicago continued to innovate and push the boundaries of jazz. He formed a new band called the Grand Orchestra and recorded several albums that showcased his mastery of the saxophone. His contributions to jazz did not go unnoticed; he was awarded a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Jazz Master award in 1992. Despite passing away on June 24, 1995, Chicago's legacy lives on through his music, which continues to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike.
BEETHOVEN SYMPHONY No 9 - GEORG SOLTI - CSO - 2 LP BOX SET WITH BOOKLET
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Various Now That's What I Call Music 9 Insert Emi Double LP Vinyl Record - EX/EX
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ART ENSEMBLE OF CHICAGO-Les Stances A Sophie. UK Universal Sound LP. Jazz Killer
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90 Day Men We Blame Chicago (Vinyl) 12" Album Coloured Vinyl Box Set
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BIG MACEO "If You Ever Change Your Ways / Chicago Breakdown" (EE+) VICTOR [78]
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12 x 12" 90s Chicago House Techno Acid Vinyl Bundle Relief Peacefrog Wyndell RDJ
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THE ARTISTICS What'll I Do I Need Your Love OKEH CHICAGO NORTHERN SOUL USA 45
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Chicago Transit Authority - Self Titled vinyl 2xLP [1969] CBS England *EXCELLENT
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CHICAGO Greatest Hits 1975 CBS YUGOSLAVIA Vinyl LP Album in EX COND 70s Pop Rock
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ROY AYERS Good Good Music / Chicago - Jazz Funk 45 (Expansion) 80s *Listen
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Bruckner Symphony No 4 Romantic Barenboim CSO 2x180g Limited Edition Vinyl 2024
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NM MAHLER - SYMPHONY NO 1 LP, Chicago S/O, Claudio Abbado, DG 2532 020
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BARTOK - PIANO CONCERTOS 1 & 2 LP, Chicago S/O, Pollini, Abbado, DG 2530 901
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NM BERLIOZ - SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE LP, Chicago S/O, Abbado, DG 410 895-1
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JACK HYMAN 'I WAS WRONG' 1969 RARE US. .CHICAGO SOUL. FREE UK POST
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Beethoven Symphony No.6 Pastoral RCA CCV 5053 1968 Camden Classics Victrola
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