Jimmy Deangelis

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Born: March 4, 1961 Primary Instrument: Arranger

DeAngelis began playing American jazz in French clubs, his unique sound allowed him to arrange many famous recordings. His peers credit him for elevating the guitar from a rhythm instrument to a solo instrument.

DeAngelis was influenced by jazz recordings of Eddie Lang and Joe Venuti, Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington.

Last Updated: May 23, 2010

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