Dave Douglas
Dave Douglas
Full Name and Common Aliases
Dave Douglas is a renowned American jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, commonly known by his stage name.
Birth and Death Dates
Born on February 22, 1963, in Johnson City, New York. Still active and alive as of my knowledge cutoff.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Nationality: American
Profession: Musician (jazz trumpeter), Composer, Bandleader
Early Life and Background
Growing up in a family that valued music, Douglas began playing the trumpet at the age of 9. He was heavily influenced by jazz legends such as Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, and Thelonious Monk. After attending Rutgers University, where he studied classical music, Douglas moved to New York City to pursue a career in jazz.
Major Accomplishments
Grammy Awards: Douglas has won three Grammy Awards for his work with various ensembles.
Numerous Releases: He has released over 25 albums as a leader and has appeared on numerous recordings by other artists.
Collaborations: Douglas has collaborated with an array of musicians, including John Zorn, Tim Berne, and Brad Mehldau.Notable Works or Actions
Gemini (2000): A critically acclaimed album that blends jazz with elements of rock and pop music.
A Thousand Mornings (2012): A song cycle inspired by the poetry of Mary Oliver.
Rivers and Tides: Portrait of a Naturalist (2001): An album commissioned by the film director Agnès Varda.
Impact and Legacy
As a trailblazing musician, Douglas has made significant contributions to the jazz world. His innovative approach to composition and performance has influenced a generation of musicians. Through his work with various ensembles, he continues to push the boundaries of jazz, incorporating elements from other genres and styles.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Dave Douglas's impact on modern jazz is undeniable. As a master trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, he has expanded the possibilities of the genre. His commitment to creativity and experimentation has made him a beloved figure in the music world. His quotes and insights into the nature of jazz continue to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike.
Quotes by Dave Douglas
The couple of days of practice we've had this week, we've tried working on getting some of those ideas going. Quicken up the game a little bit, put the ball in play, make the defensive plays, and I think we did a good job of that.
The UNC Law School has a long tradition of a commitment to both academic excellence and public service, which I find very appealing. Although I'm very happy teaching at William & Mary, I'm also pleased to be a candidate in the UNC search.
I hope that people know that he was innocent. It's horrible what he was accused of. It's just so sad.
It's a solid way for interested, concerned citizens to learn the truth about what cops in their communities deal with on a regular basis.
They're narrative films, but there's also something very experimental in the way that the narrative works. You sometimes watch one of these films and in the end you're like, what just happened? That was really funny, but I have no idea what just happened in the plot. I like that.
They played well. They played like it meant something to them. We didn't. Our concern lies down the road when state tournament time begins. Winning conference would be nice, but it's not our main concern.
Defensively, absolutely. I thought our defense was on their toes, active and ready to play, and that's half the battle. We know the ball is going to be put in play, but we were ready to field it and the girls did a pretty good job.
Roscoe Arbuckle liked to have a good time. Calling him a libertine might be a bit extravagant, I think. But what do I know? I'm a musician. I know that's a cop-out, but I don't really mean it, anyway. You look at the president, and you have to ask yourself, 'What's going on with this country?' Still, I'm the wrong person to ask. But I'm wise enough to know that I'm the wrong person to ask.
Corrections officers deal with the same killers, rapists and thugs the street cops do. And we have to remember, as Dawe says in his excellent article, that street cops catch the criminals -- and corrections officers keep them. I think it's time we give these officers the recognition and credit due.