Randy Brecker

Biography

Born in 1945 in the United States, Randy Brecker is a trumpeter and composer whose career spans several decades. He has blended elements of rock, blues, and R&B into his unique style, significantly contributing to the richness of the American music scene. His impressive discography showcases his talent and commitment to music, establishing him as an important figure in the world of jazz and beyond.

Highlights

• Born in 1945 in the United States.
• Major influence in rock, blues, and R&B.
• Rich discography with notable albums since 1968.

Discography

• Child father to the Man1968
• Score1969
• Amanda with Eliane Elias1985
• In the Idiom1986
• Live at Sweet Basil1988
• Toe to Toe1990
• Into the Sun1995
• Hangin' in the City2001
• Soul Bop Band Live with Bill Evans2003
• Some Skunk Funk with Michael Brecker2003
• Randy in Brasil2006
• Nostalgic Journey2008
• The Jazz Ballad Song Book with the Danish Radio Big Band2011
• Dearborn Station with the DePaul University Jazz Ensemble2014
• RandyPOP! live at « Blue Note Jazz Club »2015
• Together with Mats Holmquist2018
• Live At Sweet Basil 19882018
• Rocks2019
• Sacred Bond with Ada Rovatti2019
• Double Dealin' with Eric Marienthal2020
• The Brecker Bros.1975
• Back to Back1976
• Don't Stop the Music1977
• Heavy Metal Be-Bop live1978
• Detente1980
• Straphangin'1981
• Return of the Brecker Brothers1992
• Out of the Loop1994
• Live And Unreleased2020
• Dreams1970
• Imagine My Surprise1971
• GRP All-Star Big Band1992
• Dave Grusin Presents GRP All-Star Big Band Live!1993
• All Blues1995

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