Robin Eubanks facts for kids
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Robin Eubanks
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Robin Eubanks at the Torino Jazz Festival in 2007
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| Born | October 25, 1955 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Trombone |
Robin Eubanks was born on October 25, 1955. He is an amazing American jazz musician. He plays the slide trombone, which is a type of brass instrument. Robin comes from a very musical family! His brother, Kevin Eubanks, is a guitarist. His other brother, Duane Eubanks, plays the trumpet. Even his uncles, Ray Bryant and Tommy Bryant, were famous jazz musicians. His mom, Vera Eubanks, was also a piano teacher.
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Robin Eubanks' Life and Music Journey
Early Life and Moving to New York
Robin Eubanks was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He studied music at the University of the Arts (Philadelphia). After he finished college, he moved to New York City. This is where he started playing jazz music in the early 1980s.
Playing with Jazz Legends
Robin played with many famous jazz artists. He performed with Slide Hampton and Sun Ra. He even played with the legendary singer Stevie Wonder. Robin was also the music director for Art Blakey and his band, the Jazz Messengers. He was a member of Elvin Jones’ Jazz Machine too. Robin also worked with fellow trombonist Steve Turre on an album.
Teaching and Inspiring Others
Robin Eubanks taught music for many years. He was a professor at the Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio for two decades. He also taught at the New England Conservatory and Berklee College of Music. A famous trombonist named J.J. Johnson even suggested Robin for the teaching job at Oberlin. Robin has helped many students become great musicians. One of his notable students is Andy Hunter, who plays in the WDR Big Band.
Innovations in Music
Robin Eubanks is known for being a pioneer in a style of jazz called M-Base. He was also one of the first to use electronic effects with his trombone. This made his music sound very unique and modern. He has appeared on popular TV shows like The Tonight Show and Saturday Night Live. He has even been on The Grammys!
Awards and Recognition
Robin Eubanks is highly respected in the jazz world. He was voted the number one trombonist by Down Beat magazine. He also received this honor from Jazz Times magazine. He often gives talks and performs as a guest soloist at colleges around the world.
Robin Eubanks' Albums and Collaborations
Robin Eubanks has released several albums as a bandleader. These albums show his unique style and musical ideas. He has also played on many albums with other famous musicians.
Albums as a Leader
Robin has released albums like Different Perspectives and Karma. He also released Wake Up Call and EB3 Live Vol. 1. More recently, he released Klassik RocK Vol. 1 and More Than Meets The Ear.
Playing with Other Artists
Robin Eubanks has played as a sideman on many albums. He worked with Dave Holland for 15 years. He played in Dave Holland's quintet, sextet, octet, and big band. He also played with artists like Geri Allen, Art Blakey, Steve Coleman, and Joe Henderson. Robin has contributed to albums by Betty Carter, B.B. King, and Talking Heads.
See also
In Spanish: Robin Eubanks para niños
