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Rodney Whitaker (born February 22, 1968) is an American jazz double bass player and educator. Biography. Born in Detroit, Whitaker attended Wayne State University, and studied with Robert Gladstone, principal bass with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and trumpeter Marcus Belgrave. [1]
- Musician, educator
- Jazz
- February 22, 1968 (age 55), Detroit, MI, United States
Internationally renowned bassist and Origin Records recording artist, Rodney Whitaker, currently holds the titles of Professor of Jazz Bass and Director of Jazz Studies at Michigan State University where he has built one of the leading jazz degree programs and performing faculty in the world.
Biography. Rodney T. Whitaker, internationally renowned Mack Avenue recording artist, jazz bassist, professor of jazz double bass, director of Jazz Studies and artistic director for the Professors of Jazz at Michigan State University where he has built one of the most distinguished jazz degree programs and performing faculty in the United States.
Discography. Rodney Whitaker has been featured on numerous jazz recordings as a lead artist and as a sideman. His most recent efforts are critically acclaimed collaborations with drummer Carl Allen, 2008’s Work to Do and 2006’s Get Ready. Learn more about Professor Whitaker’s recordings by exploring below….
20 mar 2024 · News. Has Influenced. Rodney Whitaker is associate professor of double bass and director of jazz studies at the Michigan State University College of Music. Whitaker is one of the leading performers and teachers of jazz double bass in the United States. He is a member of the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, and received national ...
Rodney Whitaker University Distinguished Professor of Jazz Bass and Director of Jazz Studies. Area (s): Jazz Studies. A230 Pavilion. East Lansing, MI 48824. whitak22@msu.edu. (517) 432-2194. Other Links: hear recordings. Website. About: Video Interview. MSU Jazz Faculty Profile: Rodney Whitaker | Jazz Bass. Watch on. Biography.
28 set 2014 · Rodney Whitaker: When We Find Ourselves Alone. By. Raul Da Gama. - Sep 29, 2014. 3387. 0. This album, When We Find Ourselves Alone is a rather profound recording. While it swings immaculately it is also rather melancholic—even brooding.
