“Ghost Sounds”: Don Cherry's Trumpeting as a Haunting of the Human

Gabriel Bristow

doi:10.5406/19452349.42.4.06

January 1, 2024American Music

“Ghost Sounds”: Don Cherry's Trumpeting as a Haunting of the Human

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To investigate Don Cherry's use of trumpet techniques that mimic the human voice, exploring cultural and racial implications.
Close readings of Don Cherry's musical thoughts and theories.
Analysis of key elements of his sound and style based on early recordings.
Examination of criticisms surrounding Cherry's technique and 'ghost sounds.'
Cherry's trumpeting represented deliberate experimentation with vocal qualities in jazz.
His 'ghost sounds' served as a commentary on racial and masculinized perspectives of humanity.
Instrument talk provides insights into the historical development and political aspects of jazz.

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This article analyzes Don Cherry's unique trumpet techniques and their implications for understanding race and humanity in jazz, suggesting a complex interplay between voice and instrument.

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