Date of Birth: November 29, 1940
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Date of Death: *Chuck Mangione is still alive as of the latest update in 2023.*
Biography
Chuck Mangione is an American flugelhorn player, trumpeter, and composer who gained international fame with his jazz-pop hit “Feels So Good” in 1977. Born and raised in Rochester, New York, Mangione’s musical career began at an early age. Alongside his older brother Gap, he formed the Jazz Brothers, a jazz ensemble that found success in the early 1960s. Mangione attended the Eastman School of Music, where he further honed his skills. His career spans several decades and includes numerous albums, Grammy Awards, and collaborations with other notable musicians. Mangione is known for his melodious and accessible style, which blends elements of jazz, pop, and classical music.
5 Interesting Facts about Chuck Mangione
1. Chuck Mangione’s album “Feels So Good” peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
2. He won two Grammy Awards: one for Best Instrumental Composition for “Bellavia” and another for Best Pop Instrumental Performance for “Children of Sanchez.”
3. Mangione composed the theme for the 1976 Summer Olympics, held in Montreal.
4. He appeared as himself in an episode of the animated television series “King of the Hill.”
5. Mangione’s music has been sampled by numerous artists across various genres, including hip-hop and electronic music.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Chuck Mangione
1. “Music is always for the listener, but the first listener is yourself.”
2. “The flugelhorn has a softer, more lyrical sound compared to the trumpet.”
3. “I’ve always tried to make music that appeals to both the heart and the mind.”
4. “The joy of playing music is that it allows you to express emotions that might be difficult to put into words.”
5. “Jazz is about being in the moment and creating something new every time you play.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Chuck Mangione’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Chuck Mangione has two children, a son named Charles Mangione Jr. and a daughter named Diane Mangione.
Relevant Links
1. [Chuck Mangione Official Website](http://www.chuckmangione.com/
2. [Chuck Mangione on AllMusic](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/chuck-mangione-mn0000128518
3. [Chuck Mangione’s Discography on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/15653-Chuck-Mangione
4. [Biography at Jazz Music Archives](http://www.jazzmusicarchives.com/artist/chuck-mangione
5. [Chuck Mangione on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0542217/
