Chuck Israels
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Bassists · b. 1936

Chuck Israels

American jazz musician

Born
10 August 1936
New York City
Country
United States

Biography

Chuck Israels is a jazz musician who plays double bass. Chuck Israels was born on 10 August 1936 in New York City. The music is usually filed under jazz. Honours include Guggenheim Fellowship (1978).

Charles H. Israels (born August 10, 1936) is an American jazz composer, arranger, and bassist who is best known for his work with the Bill Evans Trio. He has also worked with Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman, Coleman Hawkins, Stan Getz, Herbie Hancock, J. J. Johnson, John Coltrane, and Judy Collins. He has won one Grammy Award in 2020 for his work on mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato's album Songplay.

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Also plays on

Albums where Chuck Israels is credited as a sideman

Awards

Frequently asked questions

What instrument does Chuck Israels play?

Chuck Israels is known for playing double bass.

When and where was Chuck Israels born?

Chuck Israels was born 10 August 1936 in New York City.

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