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12 Notes

By: Quincy Jones
Narrated by: JD Jackson, Quincy Jones
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About the Creator and Performer

Named by Time Magazine as one of the six most influential Jazz artists of the 20th Century, Quincy Jones is an impresario in the broadest and most creative sense of the word. Over seven-decades Jones’ career has encompassed the roles of composer, record producer, artist, film producer, arranger, conductor, instrumentalist, TV producer, record company executive, television station owner, magazine founder, multi-media entrepreneur, and humanitarian. Among the multitude of awards that he has received for his contributions are an Emmy Award, seven Academy Award nominations, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, and 28 Grammy Awards with a total of 80 nominations. He is the recipient of the Republic of France’s Commandeur de la Legion d’ Honneur, and in 2001 he was inducted as a "Kennedy Center Honoree," the United States’ most prestigious cultural award, for his lifetime contributions to the culture of the country. He was recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts as a Jazz Master—the nation’s highest jazz honor, and in 2010 was bestowed the National Medal of Arts, our nation’s highest artistic honor. In 2016, Jones received a Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical for the Broadway production of The Color Purple. The award completed the rare EGOT set for Jones, an exclusive club of artists who have received an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award.
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Short. Pithy and Rich with Wisdom

Quincy Jones never fails to amaze and remind us that age is just a number. We can live full, active, and cerebral lives as long as we choose. We just gotta do the heavy lifting and stay curious.
Managing a band through harrowing conditions at age 26 is a feat for anyone. Surviving several near death experiences reminds us of the ephemeral nature of life.
Making it his duty to speak to people at all levels of the social economic ladder endeared him to me.
Each chapter was a revelation of his life journey; the doors that opened, the doors that closed, myriad life events, good and bad all helped shape the brilliant composer and human he is today. I'd like a Part B to this saga of a life well lived. Bravo!

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Q Imparts a Lot of Wisdom

I was pleasantly surprised at the depth and acuity of the wisdom imparted by Mr. Jones in this book. I know he is a great musician and a mover and shaker, but I was unaware of how thoughtful and inspirational he could be as an author. Definitely, worth a read by aspiring artists and just plain humans.

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Quite Good!

Some may list this book as self-help, but it's more than that really. Quincy not only give 12 lessons he's learned (12 Notes), but he also gives supporting evidence of each one. I want the real book, too, to be able to highlight and take notes.

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Key Notes

One of the best audiobooks I have listened to this year! His story appeals to several generations. My young son enjoyed listening!

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inspiring

loved the book. very inspiring to know that no one had an easy time making it big, even the best of talents.

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Wisdom from a legend that goes beyond professional advice

Incredible insights from the early, middle and late parts of Quincy’s career on creativity, success and the value of caring and kindness learned over the course of nearly 90 years.

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An amazing learning experience

This is the most extraordinary audio book I have ever listen to.
Uniquely extraordinary. Love it

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Genuine and Uplifting

I just finished Quincy Jones “12 Notes” … very genuine and enlightening. His sharing of his life’s experiences was overwhelming.

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Great book!

This was a great book to listen to! What an accomplished man. Thank you for sharing your amazing story.

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Thank you Mr. Jones, Sir❣️

What an amazing life to live and share. Thank you for these amazing Keys Sir❣️

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