Legendary Jazz Musician and Composer Dies

Outstanding jazz musician and composer Chuck Mangione has died at the age of 84. His death was reported by USA Today, citing the artist's family. Mangione passed away in his sleep on July 22 at his home in Rochester, New York.

The musician's family expressed deep sorrow and shared memories of his creative path. "Chuck's love for music was evident in his boundless energy, enthusiasm and the joy he brought to his audience," his relatives noted. They added that Chuck Mungeon "truly valued his fans and spent a long time signing autographs after concerts."

An important part of Mangione's life was working with young musicians. He gave master classes for school orchestras and organised afternoon concerts where children could take the stage and play with him.

Chuck Mangione was born in 1940 in Rochester. His father instilled in him and his older brother Gap a love of jazz, introducing them to legends like Dizzy Gillespie. In the 1950s, the brothers formed the Jazz Brothers, and in 1960, they released their debut album. Chuck later began a solo career, recorded more than 30 albums, and received two Grammy Awards - for the compositions Bellavia (1977) and Children of Sanchez (1979).

Mangione became famous as a virtuoso flugelhorn player. His hits Feels So Good and Give It All You Got (the official song of the 1980 Winter Olympics) became jazz classics. The musician is survived by two daughters, a brother, a sister, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many friends around the world.

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