Following the announcement of the death this Monday, November 4 of Quincy Jones, world music legend, France 4 has decided to change its programming to honor the memory of the artist.
Quincy Jones, producer, composer and arranger of genius, died this Sunday, November 3 at the age of 91. Born in Chicago in 1933, Quincy Jones began his career as a jazz trumpeter before becoming a pillar of popular music. Collaborator of big names like Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and of course Michael Jackson with whom he collaborated on major projects such as albums Thriller, Bad et Off the Wallthe musical prodigy was a visionary recognized for his ability to play the trumpet, but also for his exceptional arrangements and for his talent as a conductor.
Quincy Jones dies at 91: who was this music icon?
With 28 Grammy Awards to his credit, he has left his mark on generations and carved out a special place in musical history, becoming one of the most influential producers of the 20th century. He enjoyed a diverse career, exploring music for film and television, while developing a reputation for his outspokenness, notably when he referred to the Beatles as “worst musicians in the world” or Michael Jackson's “Machiavellian“and of”eagerly” because the latter is said to have stolen many songs. His impressive career and his iconic collaborations make him a music icon.
France 4 shakes up its program schedule and pays tribute to Quincy Jones during a special evening
To salute the legendary career of Quincy Jones, France 4 has chosen to modify its program schedule. This Monday, November 4 at 9 p.m., the channel will broadcast instead of the Franglish concert, the show Quincy Jones – A Musical Celebration in Parisa tribute to the music giant. This concert, recorded during his visit to the AccorHotels Arena in Paris, celebrates Jones' 70-year career and his special relationship with Francewhich he considered his “second homeland“. The evening brings together nearly 100 musicians, with the participation of a symphony orchestra conducted by Jules Buckley and renowned artists such as Selah Sue, Véronique Sanson, Ibrahim Maalouf, Marcus Miller and Richard Bona. Spectators will be able to relive some of the Quincy Jones' greatest standards, including Soul Bossa Nova or even Billie Jean. After the broadcast of the tribute concert at 9 p.m., the evening will continue at 11 p.m. with Planète Rap by rapper Tiakola.
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