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After graduation, Jones attended the Berkley School of Music in Boston, where he continued his education in music and arrangement. His talent was noticed, and he soon became one of the most sought-after musicians and arrangers in New York.

Fame came to Jones in the 1950s, when he began working with legendary artists such as Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and Ray Charles. He soon became known for his phenomenal arrangements and compositions, which became hits.

His contribution to music, however, is only part of his genius. Jones also had a notable film career. He worked on musical arrangements and soundtracks for many films, and in some of them he acted as an actor. Some of the more notable films in which he has been involved include:

• "Pulp Fiction" (1994): Cult film directed by Quentin Tarantino, where Jones played the role of a mafia boss.

• "The Kid" (1994): This film tells the story of a musical genius and his difficulties in life, where Jones played himself.

• "Surprise, Surprise" (1985): A comedy about the adventures of a group of musicians, where Jones also played the role of himself.

Quincy Jones continues to inspire generations of musicians and filmmakers with her creativity and insightful view of art. His contributions to music and film remain invaluable and his work will inspire and delight people for many more years to come.