Mangione went on to study at the Eastman School of Music and graduated in 1963 with a bachelor's degree in music education. He later returned to teach and direct the school's jazz ensemble.

Chuck was instrumental in growing the jazz department at the Eastman School of Music. He directed the Eastman Jazz Ensemble and was a big part of the famed Arranger’s holiday.“ ...

Chuck was instrumental in growing the jazz department at the Eastman School of Music. He directed the Eastman Jazz Ensemble and was a big part of the famed Arranger’s holiday.“ ...