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Rodney Jones (born August 30, 1956) is an American jazz guitarist who worked with Jaki Byard, Chico Hamilton, Dizzy Gillespie, and Lena Horne and as a bandleader. He is cited as a jazz guitarist who uses modern quartal harmony. Jones is a faculty member at Juilliard.
DIZZY GILLESPIE Quartet with RODNEY JONES - Dizzy´s Party | THE JAZZ LIBRARY
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Rodney Jones Trio - "A Portal" LIVE @ Zinc Bar 4.29.24

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Rodney Jones is widely recognized as a transformative figure in the field of jazz guitar.

Distinguished for his ability to honor tradition while introducing bold innovations.

His work is often compared to the pioneering spirit of artists such as John Coltrane and McCoy Tyner.

Jones began playing the guitar at the age of eight, quickly developing a deep interest in expanding the expressive range of the instrument. His early musical experiences were shaped by a wide array of influences, including the artistry of Jimi Hendrix, James Brown, and Curtis Mayfield. However, it was the profound impact of the blues that left a lasting imprint on his musical identity, providing a foundation of emotional depth and authenticity that continues to define his playing.

A significant milestone in Jones’s career was his tenure with Dizzy Gillespie’s quartet, where he spent three formative years refining his craft under the mentorship of one of jazz’s greatest innovators. Following this period, Jones embarked on a solo career, touring internationally and producing a series of albums that highlighted both his technical virtuosity and his creative vision.

In addition to his performing career, Jones has made substantial contributions to jazz education. He has served as a professor at prominent institutions including The Juilliard School and The Manhattan School of Music, where he has worked to inspire and guide the next generation of musicians. His dual role as both performer and educator underscores his enduring commitment to the advancement of jazz as both an art form and a living tradition.

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