Glenn Miller was an iconic American big band trombonist, arranger, and composer whose timeless music defined the swing era.
Miles Davis was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer who revolutionized the genre with his innovative approach to improvisation and fusion.
Ornette Coleman was a visionary American jazz saxophonist, violinist, trumpeter, and composer, who revolutionized the genre with her innovative approach to free jazz.
Grant Green was an American jazz guitarist renowned for his soulful and blues-influenced playing style, contributing significantly to the genre.
Franz Schalk was an Austrian conductor, instrumental in the development and promotion of the music of Richard Strauss and Gustav Mahler.
Paul Feyerabend was an Austrian-born philosopher of science who challenged conventional notions of scientific method and progress.
Laurens Hammond was an American inventor, engineer, and musician who revolutionized the music industry with his iconic Hammond organ.
Tito Puente was a legendary American musician, bandleader, and composer, known as the King of Latin Music, who popularized Latin jazz and salsa worldwide.
Maynard Ferguson was a Canadian jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and educator known for his virtuosic playing and charismatic stage presence.
Giovanni Testori is an Italian fashion designer renowned for his innovative leather goods and accessories, merging tradition with contemporary style.
Thurston Dart was a renowned English harpsichordist, fortepianist, and conductor who significantly contributed to the revival of early music.
Denis Stevens was an eminent computer scientist and cryptographer who significantly contributed to the development of secure communication protocols.