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20 de jun. de 2024 · Learn about the life and career of Wes Montgomery, one of the greatest and most influential jazz guitarists of all time. Discover his distinctive style, his collaborations with other jazz stars, and his best albums from Riverside and Verve.
11 de jun. de 2024 · Wes Montgomery (born March 6, 1923, Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.—died June 15, 1968, Indianapolis) was an American jazz guitarist who was probably the most influential postwar improviser on his instrument. Montgomery began playing guitar in his late teens and played in the Lionel Hampton band in 1948–50 and in Indianapolis during ...
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Há 5 dias · This version of “Four on Six,” from his album Smokin’ at the Half Note with the Wynton Kelly Trio, has all the trappings of a Montgomery classic: an unforgettable melody, a steamrolling hard-bop groove, and plenty of head-spinning guitar acrobatics.
Há 6 dias · A closer look at the best Wes Montgomery albums illuminates their impact on both the music industry and his personal career trajectory. The breadth of his albums encapsulates the various styles he mastered, each record serving as a testament to his knack for resonating across diverse genres.
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18 de jun. de 2024 · Indianapolis native Wes Montgomery developed a style that all but defined the modern-jazz-guitar idiom. On the double-disc collection Wes Montgomery In the Beginning (Resonance), Montgomery is captured in nascent form on hometown stages and in the studio.
Há 4 dias · Wes Montgomery's first of three albums for A&M, A Day in the Life from 1967, is a fascinating intersection between pop and jazz, considerably elevated by the guitar legend's virtuosic style. The title track is a fresh take on The Beatles' song from Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (released that same year).
19 de jun. de 2024 · Wes Montgomery’s interpretation of “Here’s That Rainy Day” stands out due to his exceptional guitar skills and unparalleled musicality. His ability to seamlessly blend complex harmonies with heartfelt improvisation creates a captivating experience for the listener.
