Don McGlynn

Don McGlynn, the maestro of music documentaries. Born in 1955 in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA, McGlynn has been actively engaged in the world of filmmaking since the 1980s, focusing primarily on the genres of biography, music, and documentary. His most famous films include "The Howlin' Wolf Story", "Art Pepper: Notes from a Jazz Survivor", and "Charles Mingus: Triumph of the Underdog", however, despite his significant contributions to the documentary genre, he has yet to win a major film festival award. McGlynn's authorial style is characterized by his attention to detail, deep empathy for his subjects, and a profound understanding of music, particularly jazz and blues. As a director, Don McGlynn has always been dedicated to giving a voice to the often overlooked legends of music, his films resonate deeply with their audience, offering an intimate look into the lives of these musicians.