“IN OTHER WORDS, I AM THREE…”
One of the most important figures in twentieth century American music, Charles Mingus was a virtuoso bass player, accomplished pianist, bandleader and composer
MODERN MINGUS
Bringing the great legacy of Mingus composition to audiences around the world
“LET MY CHILDREN HEAR MUSIC…”
Announcing the 15th Annual Charles Mingus High School Competition & Festival!
Called “The Lady with the Million Dollar Ears” by Charlie Parker, Jordan was a bebop vocalist who pioneered the voice-and-bass duo format, inspired by an early experience sitting in with Charles Mingus