Charles Mingus
CHARLES MINGUS
Charles Mingus — one of the most important figures in twentieth century American music — wrote music that is still far ahead of its time. A virtuoso bass player, accomplished pianist, bandleader and composer, Mingus recorded over a hundred albums and wrote over three hundred compositions, leaving the second-largest legacy in American music after Ellington. Mingus received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, The Smithsonian Institute, and the Guggenheim Foundation.
Following his death in 1979 from ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), the Library of Congress acquired his entire catalog of work including original scores, recording tapes, and personal effects. An NEH grant enabled the cataloging of all his compositions. Microfilm copies were donated to the New York Public Library. He has also been honored with a US Postage stamp.
The critical and popular success of the Mingus repertory bands testifies to the power of Mingus composition. The availability of his music through published arrangements, educational books, school courses, and workshops, coupled with the hugely successful new Charles Mingus High School Competition, have extended the reach of his legacy. Students, musicians, scholars, and fans are exploring and embracing Mingus in ever-increasing numbers.
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About Charles Mingus
CHARLES MINGUS
Charles Mingus — one of the most important figures in twentieth century American music — wrote music that is still far ahead of its time. A virtuoso bass player, accomplished pianist, bandleader and composer, Mingus recorded over a hundred albums and wrote over three hundred compositions, leaving the second-largest legacy in American music after Ellington. Mingus received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, The Smithsonian Institute, and the Guggenheim Foundation.
Following his death in 1979 from ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), the Library of Congress acquired his entire catalog of work including original scores, recording tapes, and personal effects. An NEH grant enabled the cataloging of all his compositions. Microfilm copies were donated to the New York Public Library. He has also been honored with a US Postage stamp.
The critical and popular success of the Mingus repertory bands testifies to the power of Mingus composition. The availability of his music through published arrangements, educational books, school courses, and workshops, coupled with the hugely successful new Charles Mingus High School Competition, have extended the reach of his legacy. Students, musicians, scholars, and fans are exploring and embracing Mingus in ever-increasing numbers.
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Concerts & Tour Date Information
Is Charles Mingus on tour?
Yes, Charles Mingus is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming
Charles Mingus concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Charles Mingus tour
is scheduled for 1 dates across 1 cities. Get
information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2024-2025 with Hypebot.
How many upcoming tour dates is Charles Mingus scheduled to play?
Charles Mingus is scheduled to play 1 shows between 2024-2025. Buy
concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
When does the Charles Mingus tour start?
Charles Mingus’s tour starts Aug 23, 2024 and ends on Aug 23, 2024.
They will play 1 cities; their most recent concert was held in
Amsterdam at Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ and their next upcoming concert
will be in at .
What venues is Charles Mingus performing at?
As part of the Charles Mingus tour, Charles Mingus is scheduled to play across the following
venues and cities:
2024 Tour Dates:
Aug 23 - Amsterdam,
NH @ Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ