M. A. Turnage

M. A. Turnage

Turnage was born in Corringham, Essex. His initial musical studies were with Oliver Knussen, John Lambert, and later with Gunther Schuller. He also has been strongly influenced by jazz, in particular by the work of Miles Davis, and has composed works featuring jazz performers, including John Scofield, Peter Erskine, John Patitucci, and Joe Lovano.

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M. A. Turnage
  • Sir S. Rattle - Music of the 20th Century - Ep. 7 - Threads (1996)

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