Role

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Composer  

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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August 6, 1966 in Detroit, MI

Genre

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Crossover

 

Regina Carter is a renowned American jazz violinist who has made a significant impact on the classical music scene. Born on August 6, 1966, in Detroit, Michigan, Regina grew up in a musical family. Her father, a jazz guitarist, and her mother, a pianist, exposed her to various genres of music from an early age. Regina's love for music began when she was four years old, and she started playing the piano. However, she switched to the violin at the age of eight after being inspired by a performance by the late jazz violinist, Stuff Smith. Regina's parents encouraged her to pursue her passion for music, and she began taking violin lessons. She attended Cass Technical High School, where she honed her skills and played in the school's orchestra. After high school, Regina attended Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan, where she studied classical music. However, she was drawn to jazz and began exploring the genre. In 1987, Regina moved to New York City to pursue a career in music. She started playing with various jazz musicians and soon gained recognition for her unique style and sound. In 1991, she joined the all-female jazz quintet Straight Ahead, which released their debut album, "First Flight," in 1995. The album received critical acclaim and helped establish Regina as a rising star in the jazz world. Regina's solo career took off in 1995 when she released her debut album, "Regina Carter." The album featured a mix of jazz standards and original compositions and showcased her virtuosity on the violin. Her second album, "Something for Grace," released in 1997, was dedicated to her mother, who had passed away. The album featured a mix of jazz, blues, and gospel music and received critical acclaim. In 2000, Regina released "Motor City Moments," an album that paid tribute to her hometown of Detroit. The album featured jazz interpretations of Motown classics and original compositions inspired by the city's rich musical history. The album received a Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Instrumental Album. Regina's next album, "Paganini: After a Dream," released in 2003, was a departure from her previous work. The album featured classical music compositions by Niccolò Paganini, arranged for jazz violin and orchestra. The album received critical acclaim and showcased Regina's versatility as a musician. In 2006, Regina released "I'll Be Seeing You: A Sentimental Journey," an album that paid tribute to the music of the 1930s and 1940s. The album featured jazz interpretations of classic songs from the era and received a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Jazz Album. Regina's next album, "Reverse Thread," released in 2010, was a departure from her previous work. The album featured a mix of African folk music and jazz, and showcased Regina's interest in exploring different musical genres. The album received critical acclaim and won a Grammy Award for Best World Music Album. In 2014, Regina released "Southern Comfort," an album that paid tribute to her father's roots in the American South. The album featured a mix of jazz, blues, and country music, and showcased Regina's virtuosity on the violin. The album received critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album. Regina has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In addition to her Grammy nominations and win, she has received the MacArthur Fellowship, also known as the "Genius Grant," in 2006.

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