Miles Davis Flashcards
1
Q
For what reasons is he considered so influential?
A
Singlehandedly codified at least 3 styles of post bop jazz
2
Q
Describe his playing/musical style
A
No vibrato Harmon mute Attempted to replicate the human voice Lots of silence Limited use of range
3
Q
In what styles did he perform?
A
Bebop, Hard Bop, Cool Jazz, Fusion, Modal Jazz
4
Q
Who were some of his significant collaborators?
A
Blakey, Rollins, Adderly, Coltrane, Shorter, Evans
