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Jazz Legends: Quincy Jones
If you were to put together a list of jazz's most influential names, then it'd be hard to look past Quincy Jones's contributions. He was a giant of the music industry, with an influence that spanned from the bop era right up to modern music today.
This episode was presented by bass player and ABC Jazz host, Eric Ajaye, and written and produced by ABC Jazz producer Henry Rasmussen. It was created by ABC Jazz and originally broadcast on 1 February 2025. Find out more information on Quincy Jones, here.
ABC Jazz features a Jazz Legend each month on the radio, with historic moments, significant albums and a full-length feature to immerse into the important history of this music and culture. Hear more Jazz Legends episodes here, including significant artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Quincy Jones, Joni Mitchell, Keith Jarret, Mary Lou Williams and Herbie Hancock.
