Quincy Jones explains how he got started in music
On July 24th, 2001, Quincy Jones sat down with Michael Kantor, director of American Masters — Quincy Jones: In The Pocket (2001), to discuss Jones’ early career, his friendships with Miles Davis and Frank Sinatra, and how he defines himself and a fulfilling life.
Chapters:
00:00 The early days of Quincy Jones’ musical career
01:49 Discovering a love for composing for films
03:37 Miles Davis’ influence on Jones
04:38 Jones’ first professional recording, “Kingfish”
05:18 Facing discrimination on the road
06:49 What Frank Sinatra meant to Jones
10:06 Why Jones considers Sinatra’s era the best of music
11:51 Quincy Jones defines himself and his skill in the art of composing
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