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Jan 4, 2006 · Last but certainly not least is "Jeri," named for Wilson's first-born daughter, a spunky and upbeat brassy finale. One of the greatest composers and arrangers in the history of jazz, Gerald Wilson is no stranger to Grammy nominations and should not be surprised to get a nod for In My Time. One of the best recordings of 2005, this album is a ...
Al Casey And His Sextet, Benny Carter And His Orchestra, Buddy Collette Quintet, Buddy Collette Septet, Count Basie Orchestra, Gerald Wilson Orchestra, Gerald Wilson Orchestra of The 80's, Harold Land All-Stars, Ike Carpenter And His Orchestra, Jimmie Lunceford And His Orchestra, Johnny Otis And His Orchestra, Leroy Vinnegar Sextet, Les Hite ...
Sep 9, 2014 · Gerald Wilson, the dynamic jazz musician whose career spanned more than 75 years, has died. He was 96. He was 96. Wilson’s son, Anthony Wilson , said his father died Monday at his Los Angeles ...
After settling in Los Angeles, he organized the first Gerald Wilson Jazz Orchestra, featuring trombonist Melba Liston and trumpeter Snooky Young among its members. Twice touring the country, Wilson's big band made its mark in New York City, receiving rave reviews playing at the Apollo Theater between bookings of the Ellington and Lunceford ...
A talented trumpet player in his earlier years -- notably in Jimmie Lunceford's band -- Gerald Wilson's contribution to jazz lay in the many fine ensembles he led, and in his distinctive writing. He formed his first band in 1945, recording and touring with a measure of success.
The Complete Pacific Jazz Recordings of Gerald Wilson & His Orchestra by Gerald Wilson, Gerald Wilson & His Orchestra released in 2000. Find album ...
