Famous jazz musicians. Players who have graced the history of jazz.

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

The music genre known as “jazz” boasts a history of well over 100 years.

Absorbing the spirit of each era, it has evolved by embracing innovative techniques and experimenting with various approaches, continuously exerting a major influence on other genres.

From rock and heavy metal to club music, there are many artists who incorporate the essence of jazz to craft their own distinctive sounds.

In this article, we introduce the great musicians who have left a precious legacy in the history of jazz—artists whose talent and contributions to the genre have earned them the honorable title of “Jazz Giants.”

If you’re thinking of getting into jazz, be sure to check it out!

Famous jazz musicians: Players who shaped the history of jazz (51–60)

You’ve Got The Feel’nTom Scott

Tom Scott You’ve Got The Feel’n

You've Got The Feel'nTom Scott

Tom Scott, born in 1948 in Los Angeles, is a renowned saxophonist and arranger who represents West Coast jazz fusion with a deep, vibrant performance style.

He is an artist of remarkable and exceptional taste, having won three Grammy Awards and received more than ten nominations.

The stylish, urbane track “You’ve Got The Feel’n” is a song that showcases Tom Scott’s appeal.

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In conclusion

As mentioned at the beginning of the article, jazz is a genre that has evolved over time and continues to live on, carrying both universality and innovation.

The more you learn, the more you become aware of its profound allure—that may well be the true wonder of jazz as a form of music.

By getting to know the great musicians who shaped its history, your understanding of new music will deepen as well.

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If this article can serve as a catalyst for that, I would be truly delighted.