The History of the Trumpet in Jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

The history of the trumpet in jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

In this video, saxophonist and educator Mark DeJong continues to explore the history of the trumpet in jazz. Starting with Bebop innovator John Birks “Dizzy” Gillespie and continuing with St Louis-born trumpeter Clark Terry, (aka “Mumbles”) this video highlights important recordings as well as showcasing contemporary trumpeter Andre Wickenheiser playing brief examples representative of each … Read more

The History of the Trombone in Jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

The history of the trombone in jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

In this video saxophonist and educator Mark DeJong continues to explore the history of the trombone in jazz, focusing on legendary Ellington trombonist Joe “Tricky Sam” Nanton. This video highlights important recordings as well as showcasing contemporary trombonist Carsten Rubeling playing a tune while utilizing some of Nantons’ innovative techniques.

The History of the Baritone Sax in Jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

The history of the baritone sax in jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

In this video, saxophonist and educator Mark DeJong continues to explore the history of the baritone saxophone in jazz. Starting with New York-born saxophonist Gerry Mulligan, and continuing with Michigan-born baritone icon Pepper Adams, this video highlights important recordings as well as showcasing contemporary saxophonist Mark DeJong playing brief examples representative of the baritone sax.

The History of the Alto Sax in Jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

The history of the alto sax in jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

In this video, saxophonist and educator Mark DeJong continues to explore the history of the alto saxophone in jazz. Starting with Julian “Cannonball” Adderley and continuing with Paul Desmond, this video highlights important recordings as well as showcasing contemporary saxophonist Mark DeJong playing brief excerpts representative of each player.

The History of the Bass in Jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

The history of the bass in jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

In this video, saxophonist and educator Mark DeJong continues to explore the history of the bass in jazz. Starting with Los Angeles bassist Charles Mingus and continuing with bassist/cellist Oscar Pettiford, this video highlights important recordings as well as showcasing contemporary bassist Lindsay Woolgar playing brief examples representative of each player examined.

The History of the Drums in Jazz (part 2) presented by Mark DeJong

The history of the drums in jazz (part 2) with Mark DeJong

In this video, saxophonist and educator Mark DeJong continues to explore the history of the drums in jazz. Starting with Chicago born drummers “Papa” Jo Jones, and continuing with Gene Krupa, this video highlights important recordings as well as showcasing contemporary drummer Jon McCaslin playing brief examples representative of each player examined.