Michael Mantler

Trumpet player and composer, Jazz Workshop

Michael Mantler - Trumpet player and composer, Jazz Workshop
Born

August 10th, 1943
81 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent trumpet player and composer associated with the avant-garde jazz movement. Established the Jazz Company and published numerous works that blend jazz with modern classical elements. Contributed significantly to the jazz genre through collaborations with notable musicians and orchestras. Composed music for both recordings and theatrical performances, demonstrating a unique approach to jazz composition that often incorporated spoken word and orchestral arrangements.

Founded the Jazz Company in 1968

Released acclaimed albums such as 'The Jazz Workshop' and 'Cool and Other Changes'

Collaborated with artists like Carla Bley and the Art Ensemble of Chicago

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