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Miles Davis

Miles Davis was one of the most influential jazz musicians that has ever picked up an instrument. Not only did he discover many other talented musicians, many of which subsequently made their own permanent mark in jazz music, he also developed many original styles of jazz that are continuing to be explored to this day. Please post all of your questions about this revolutionary musician into this category.

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Did Miles Davis of AIDS?

Miles Davis died of a stroke, which was a result of the AIDS infection. He was addicted to alcohol and heroin off and on throughout his life, so not terribly surprising, but very sad.

From Hapkidoman: Although it was never proved that Miles Davis died of AIDS, there were indications that he had. He was very sensitive to the subject and would get irate at the mention of it. In his autobiography (Miles: The Autobiography) he says "That made me madder than a [MF'er]...it wasn't true of course." In an article written in 1989, Davis indicated that his ex-wife, Cicely Tyson may have spread that rumor (of him contracting AIDS).

If Davis did have AIDS, it most likely came from the years of heroin abuse or the blood transfusions that he endured rather than homosexual encounters.

What are the names of the pianists that played with Miles Davis?

To name just a few of the most important: Red Garland (album: Workin', Steamin', Cookin', Relaxin'; all four recorded 1956), followed by Bill Evans (Kind Of Blue, 1959), later on Herbie Hancock (Four & More, My Funny Valentine; 1964). When he got into fusion Miles started playing with up to three different keyboarders on stage at the same time, namely Keith Jarrett, Chick Corea and Joe Zawinul.

What tonality is all blues by Miles Davis?

The tonality is G Mixolydian mode (all the white notes from G to G (so basically G maj with a flattened 7th (so an F instead))

What was miles Davis hobby?

he was a school teacher in band, teaching how to play the trumpet. he had 3 wives

How many times was Miles Davis arrested?

Never arrested....

He was arrested in Toronto in an airport in 1969 for posession of hash and heroin. He was later acquitted of the charges. He said that a fan planted the drugs in his bag.

What mute did Miles Davis make famous?

Star Mute by Emo Harmon. That was a harmon (aka wah wah) type and "Harmon" brand mute. Now Emo makes this under the name:

HARMON 5194 WOW TRUMPET MUTE B MODEL

of course Miles played without the stem.

Earlier in his career he had used another mute, which was not a harmon but a straight one. That was an "H&B". That's all I know.

Source: Google.com

Did Miles Dewey Davis have a girlfriend?

Miles Davis had 2 wives! and a girlfriend who he had children with!

Who were Miles Davis parents?

His father was Dr. Miles Davis, and his mother was Cleota Henry Davis

When did Miles Henry Davis die?

Henry Davis - performer - died on 1946-04-01.

Where did Miles Davis Study music?

He went to Breumutti in Italy to study his jazz career. then he marreid his wife.

When did Miles Davis die?

From Wikipedia: Miles Davis, only 65, died on September 28, 1991 from a stroke, pneumonia & respiratory failure in Santa Monica, CA. You'll find a few more details about his death in the link below.

What are the top ten best bands ever?

THE TOP 10!!!
  1. SAVAGE GARDEN!
  2. The Dixie Chicks.
  3. The Beach Boys.
  4. Coldplay.
  5. Aqua.
  6. The Spice Girls.
  7. Hanson.
  8. The Jackson 5.
  9. Right Said Fred.
  10. The Village People.
Honorable Mention:
  • The Beatles
  • LEN
  • Ace of Base
  • Nelly Furtado
  • R. Kelly
  • Hoku
  • Kris-Kros
  • Milli Vanilli
  • Vanilla Ice
  • Sixpence None the Richer
  • Billy Ray Cyrus
  • LFO
  • Sisqo
  • Michael Bolton
  • Hootie and the Blowfish

I think this Person is wrong The real top 10 would be.

  • The Beatles
  • Led Zeppelin
  • Alesana
  • Chiodos
  • Silverstein
  • All Time Low
  • Taking Back Sunday
  • My Chemical Romance
  • A Day To Remember
  • Four Year Strong

The top 10 Rock are:

1) Led Zeppelin

2) Nirvana

3) Foo Fighters

4) Pink Floyd

5) Pearl Jam

6) Queen

7) Metallica

8) Rush

9) AC/DC

10) Iron Maiden

What age did Miles Davis play the trumpet?

Geoffrey Gallante, who is currently 6 or 7, has become somewhat famous recently who has been playing since he was 3

How many albums did Miles Davis make throughout his career?

Miles "Forever" Miles Davis released 566 LP's in his career !

Did Miles Davis die of AIDS?

Miles Davis died of a stroke, which was a result of the AIDS infection. He was addicted to alcohol and heroin off and on throughout his life, so not terribly surprising, but very sad.

From Hapkidoman: Although it was never proved that Miles Davis died of AIDS, there were indications that he had. He was very sensitive to the subject and would get irate at the mention of it. In his autobiography (Miles: The Autobiography) he says "That made me madder than a [MF'er]...it wasn't true of course." In an article written in 1989, Davis indicated that his ex-wife, Cicely Tyson may have spread that rumor (of him contracting AIDS).

If Davis did have AIDS, it most likely came from the years of heroin abuse or the blood transfusions that he endured rather than homosexual encounters.

What is any interesting fact about Miles Davis?

Many, many records of his own (Kind of Blue his most popular), played for many others as well, still noted for one of the best Jazz Improvisational trumpet players, a large influence in the style of Jazz, etc.

What drugs did Miles Davis do?

He did alot of drugs. Heroin,dope and Cocaine. But he quit all of that in the 80's after suffering a mini stroke.

Was Miles Davis married to Cicely Tyson?

Yes. Her husband was Miles Davis. They got married at the Cosby house in 1981. They divorced in 1988. Miles was a famous jazz person.

Where did Miles Davis travel?

He was born in Alton, Illinios in 1927. He moved to East St. Louis in 1927. He grew up in St. Louis and that is generally where he is said to be "from".

Who influenced Miles Davis?

Beginnings: Early Life and the Miles Davis Quintet

Born in Chicago in 1940, Herbie was a child piano prodigy who performed a Mozart piano concerto with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at the tender age of 11. He began playing jazz in high school, initially influenced by Oscar Peterson and Bill Evans. Also at this time, an additional passion for electronic science began to develop. As a result, he took a double major in music and electrical engineering at Grinnell College.

In 1960, at age 20, Herbie was discovered by trumpeter Donald Byrd, who asked him to join his group. Byrd also introduced Herbie to Alfred Lion of Blue Note Records, and after two years of session work with the likes of Phil Woods and Oliver Nelson, he signed to the legendary label as a solo artist. His 1963 debut album, Takin' Off, was an immediate success, producing "Watermelon Man," a big hit on jazz and R&B radio. Also in 1963, Herbie received the call that was to change his life and secure his place in jazz history. Miles Davis invited Herbie to join the Miles Davis Quintet. During his five years with Davis, Herbie and his colleagues thrilled audiences and recorded classic after classic, including the albums ESP, Nefertiti, and Sorcerer. Most jazz critics and fans regard this group, which also included Wayne Shorter (tenor sax), Ron Carter (bass), and Tony Williams (drums), as the greatest small jazz group of the 1960s. Even after he left Davis' group, Herbie still made appearances on Davis' groundbreaking recordings In a Silent Way and Bitches Brew, which heralded the birth of jazz-fusion.

Simultaneous with his work for Miles, Herbie's own solo career blossomed on Blue Note, creating such classic albums as Maiden Voyage, Empyrean Isles, and Speak Like a Child. In 1966, he composed the score to Michelangelo Antonioni's film, Blow Up. This led to a successful career in feature film and television music, including music for Bill Cosby's Emmy-winning Hey, Hey, Hey, It's Fat Albert and many other film scores in following years.

http://www.herbiehancock.com/bio/early.php

Why was Miles Davis called prince of darkness?

Miles Dewey Davis III

Listen to his Jazz fusion Album called... In a Silent way. -Brian K. Austin

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