There have been many pioneers in the music industry ones that have started new trends, and changed the game of music forever. Quincy Jones is one of those pioneers that has stood the test of time in this world that we call the music industry. At the age of 80 Jones has spent his time coming up the ranks in the music world. Quincy Delight Jones, Jr. was born on Chicago's South Side in 1933. At the tender age of ten he moved, with his father and stepmother, to Bremerton an area located in Seattle
The Basie Rhythm machine establishes a stable swing beat allows Sinatra to sing freely around the music making a one of a kind performance. A lot of the credit for the success of the performance goes to Count Basie’s arranger and conductor Quincy Jones. Jones created a groove that blended Sinatra’s strong voice, use of phrasing and his free embellishing with Basie’s Orchestra so well it that has the band, Sinatra, and the crowd all feeding off each other.
Jamie Foxx as the lead role of Ray Charles. Sharon Warren plays as Charles’s mother, Aretha Williams. Kerry Washington plays as Charles’s wife, Della Bea Robinson. Regina King plays as Margie Hendricks, Renee Wilson as Pat Lyle, Larenz Tate as Quincy Jones, Harry Lennix as Joe Adams,Clifton Powell as Jeff Brown, Curtis Armstrong as Ahmet Ertegun, Richard Schiff as Jerry Wexler, and Kurt Fuller as Sam Clark. Rat won a total of 2 Oscars and another 38 awards and 37 more nominations which consist of:
Michael Jackson Did you know that Michael Jackson won 8 Grammy awards in one night? Michael Jackson is a pop singer that loves to make his fans happy. He was a person that also wanted to show the world that even though you're a different color then the person next to you, it doesn’t matter because we’ll still love you anyways. He didn’t care what people thought of him or how he danced or dressed. He showed the world that even though people talk about you or think of you as different, that doesn’t
Have you heard about Billie Jean? Thriller? or Man in the Mirror? Michael Jacksonsang and produced these songs. He is a genius entertainer and humanitarian who worked for world peace. There are so many artist and musicians who influenced by Michael Jackson. He devoted his life as a pop star who wishes he make world better place specially children in the world. He is greatest role model to me and because of him, I dreamed better place for every creature in the Earth. This is why I want to write about
Simon Cowell is a big success in the music industry producing big hit television shows including American Idol and the X-Factor. Cowell has not always been very successful although; he has had an easy childhood but after leaving the house, he had many complications with setting out. Simon Cowell had a rough, harsh start on his life from the moment he started out, but with some help and advice of his father, he is now well known and a huge success. Cowell, through his whole life has always had a
Stevie’s World In the world, there are many people who run into obstacles that they say almost stopped them from doing what the wanted. One of these people is Stevland Hardaway Morris, or better known as Stevie Wonder. His story shows that no matter how hard the problem; to do what you believe in to accomplish what you never imagined. Stevie Wonder overcame blindness by teaching himself music, persevering through discrimination, and becoming one of the world’s most celebrated singers. Wonder was
Belief Systems and Gender Roles in Dracula There is a classic "good versus evil" plot to this novel. The evil of course being Count Dracula and the Good being represented by the Harkers, Dr. Seward and Lucy, Arthur, Quincy and the Professor. It is the continuing battle between Dracula and the forces of good. Good in this case is the Christian God. The battle is foretold by the landlady where she says, "It is the eve of St Georges Day. Do you no know that tonight, when the clock strikes midnight
the years of 1976 and 1984. In 1977 Michael made his first film debut when he starred in the musical 'The Wiz' playing Scarecrow with Diana Ross in the lead role of Dorothy. It was at this time Michael met Quincy Jones who was doing the score for the film. Michael teamed up with Quincey Jones as his producer for his first solo album with Epic Records. The album titled "Off The Wall" was a big success around the world and the first ever album to release a record breaking 4 No1 singles in the US.
A MINISTER’S DAUGHTER ( REV WILLIAM SMITH ) FROM THE NEARBY TOWN OF WEYMOUTH. SHE KNEW OF JOHN THROUGH A COUSIN, HANNAH QUINCY. JOHN WOULD COME TO HER HOUSE WITH HER SISTER’S (MARY) FINANCEE (MR CRANCH). JOHN AND ABIGAIL BEGAN DATING ON THE DAY THE FAMILY PLANNED HER SISTER’S WEDDING. JOHN THOUGHT ABIGAIL WAS THE MOST EDUCATED WOMAN HE HAD MET. ABIGAIL’S MOTHER, ELIZABETH QUINCY, DIDN’T THINK TOO HIGHLY OF JOHN BECAUSE SHE THOUGHT LAWYERS WERE WICKED. THEY COURTED FOR SOME TIME. MRS SMITH WAS RESPONSIBLE
Eulogy for Daughter I would like to thank you all for coming to Arlyn's funeral. I am truly touched that you care enough to show your support for us and your respect for Arlyn this way. During the past few days, many of our friends and family have come to our home to show their love for us and for Arlyn. I have been especially moved by the fact so many of her teachers and principals have shown up and cried with us. I am also touched by the love her young friends had for her. Our memories
for example, Jess is clearly contrasted with the other Indian girls who watch the local boys playing football not because they like the game but because they want to see the boys with their shirts off. Even in 'Love and Basketball', Monica loves Quincy, but she never lets him see that until after prom night; before then, they are simply neighbours, friends and ballplayers. Even in a movie like 'Remember the Titans', which has no clear female protagonist, the little girl is shown hanging around boys
BRIGADIER GENERAL CHARLES W. SWEENEY Retired Dec. 27, 1979 Brigadier General Charles W. Sweeney was born in Lowell, Mass., in 1919. He graduated from North Quincy High School (Mass.) in 1937. After graduating from high school, he attended evening classes at Boston University and also at Purdue University. Charles Sweeney joined the Army Air Corps as an aviation cadet on April 28, 1941. Receiving his commission as a pilot in the Army Air Corps as an aviation cadet on April 28, 1941. Receiving his
but, like them, they differed, as star differeth from star in glory. But in the constellation of great men, which adorned that era, few shone with more brilliancy, or exercised a more powerful influence than Samuel Adams. This gentleman was born at Quincy, in Massachusetts, September 22d, 1722, in the neighbourhood afterwards rendered memorable as the birth place of Hancock, and as the residence of the distinguished family which has given two presidents to the United States. His descent was from a
Servant Leadership John Quincy Adams once said, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader” (1820). A servant leader is defined as one who serves first. These leaders “focus primarily on the growth and well-being of people and the communities to which they belong” (Greenleaf Center, 2016, p. 1). I find Servant Leadership to be the most appealing because it mirrors the leadership of Jesus. Jesus lived a life full of servanthood even though
bitches." When the posse arrived later, all they found was a waybill with the above verse painstakingly written on its back, each line in a different hand. 	Almost a year later, on July 25 of 1878, the PO8 struck again. A stage from Quincy to Oroville slowed to make a difficult turn a long the Feather River, the masked man stepped out of the bushes and asked that the box be thrown down. His soils included $379 in coins, a silver watch, and a diamond ring. Once again, when the posse
a different perspective to nineteenth century history. Francis Parkman traveled across North America and obtained firsthand experiences about nature, hardships, and the unknown. He developed his quest for knowledge as a child on the Hall Farm in Quincy, Massachusetts. Parkman battled the degenerating loss of his health, the loss of only son, and the loss of his wife. He compiled his wisdom in letters, journals, articles, and books; and Parkman left a legacy unmatched by historians of his time.
parts to Earvin Johnson Jr.’s life. 	On August 14, 1959 in Lansing, Michigan, Christine and Earvin Johnson gave birth to their third child, a beautiful baby boy named Earvin Jr. Earvin Jr. was born into the middle of a family of seven children. Quincy, Larry and Pearl were older and Kim and the twins, Evelyn and Yvonne were younger. This whole family squeezed into three small bedrooms and one bathroom. "The place turned into a real madhouse before school every morning, when we all lined up
in the world. America’s First Railroads Before all of the new engines from Europe came to America, the railroad industry was very primitive. In fact the first railroad in America was only three miles long. It was basically a mining track from Quincy, Massachusetts to the Neponset River. The rails were made of pine covered by oak which was in turn covered by a flat iron bar. Construction of this railroad commenced in 1826 and was completed in 1827. The second railroad was started in January of
sweethearts. The two main characters in the movie are Quincy and his girlfriend, Monica. Quincy is played by Omar Epps and the story begins with showing how he is a very talented athlete in the central part of Los Angeles. He goes to a high school by the name of Crenshaw and is the leader of their well-known basketball team. By the end of his senior year, many colleges around the nation want him to come and represent their school. Quincy eventually tells all of his fans and supporters he has