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Gunther Schuller
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Musicians · 1925–2015

Gunther Schuller

American composer and conductor (1925–2015)

Born
22 November 1925
New York City
Died
21 June 2015
Boston
Country
United States
Discography
6 albums

Biography

Gunther Schuller was a jazz musician who played horn. Gunther Schuller was born on 22 November 1925 in New York City and died on 21 June 2015 in Boston. The music is usually filed under opera. The discography here lists 6 albums, from “Music for Brass” (1957) to “Journey Into Jazz” (2008). Honours include Arts and Letters Award in Music (1960), Laurel Leaf Award (1976) and Stoeger Prize (1987).

Gunther Alexander Schuller (November 22, 1925 – June 21, 2015) was an American composer, conductor, horn player, author, historian, educator, publisher, and jazz musician.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Music for Brass 1957
Modern Jazz Concert 1958
Jumpin’ in the Future 1988
Music for Brass 1991
Of Reminiscences and Reflections 1995
Journey Into Jazz 2008

Also plays on

Albums where Gunther Schuller is credited as a sideman

1958 Porgy and Bess — Miles Davis French horn
1960 Gillespiana — Dizzy Gillespie French horn

Teacher of

Fred Hersch b. 1955 · American jazz pianist

Awards

Books about Gunther Schuller

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Gunther Schuller play?

Gunther Schuller is known for playing horn.

When and where was Gunther Schuller born?

Gunther Schuller was born 22 November 1925 in New York City.

What are Gunther Schuller's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Music for Brass (1957), Modern Jazz Concert (1958), Jumpin’ in the Future (1988), Music for Brass (1991) and Of Reminiscences and Reflections (1995).

External links

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