Vincent Chancey (born February 4, 1950) is an American jazz hornist.

Early life and education

Chancey was born and raised in Chicago. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in music from the SIUC School of Music in 1973 and studied under Julius Watkins in New York City.

Career

Chancey began playing professionally in the 1970s, mostly with large ensembles such as the Sun Ra Arkestra, Lester Bowie's Brass Fantasy, David Murray Big Band, Carla Bley Big Band, and the Richard Abrams orchestra. He later performed and recorded with the Mingus Orchestra, Dave Douglas, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Shirley Horn, Diana Krall, Elvis Costello, Mose Allison, Aretha Franklin, and Cassandra Wilson.

Discography

As leader

As sideman

With Ahmed Abdullah With Muhal Richard Abrams With Carla Bley With Lester Bowie With Dave Douglas With Charlie Haden Liberation Music Orchestra With David Murray With Herb Robertson With Sun Ra