Maynard ferguson birdland dream band volume 2 discogs. Maynard ferguson, musicianphoto measures 10 x 8inches. Twos company maynard ferguson and chris connor album. The bottom line archive is a collection of releases of amazing live performances captured at the bottom line cabaret in new york city durings its iconic run. Double exposure is an album by american vocalist chris connor and canadian jazz trumpeterbandleader maynard ferguson featuring tracks recorded in late 1960 and early 1961 which was originally released on the atlantic label. Double exposure chris connor and maynard ferguson album. Maynard ferguson 4 2 1984 warsaw, in wagon wheel playhouse. This group is for all mf fans and in particular those who wish to. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Walter maynard ferguson cm may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz trumpeter and bandleader. Walter maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadianborn jazz trumpet player and bandleader. Ferguson was born walter maynard ferguson in verdun, quebec now part of.
The collection consists of 149 boxes, most of which contain sets of parts used by the various bands led by maynard ferguson from around 1950 through his death in 2006. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz musician and bandleader. Straightaway jazz themes is an album released by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson containing music composed for the tv series straightaway. The maynard ferguson tribute page maynard ferguson news. It was my favorite part of my life until my aunt passed away. Maynards first idol was trumpeter harry james and he first received his music union card at age thirteen. Book by melanie mintz scenic design michael anania costumes edi giguere.
I am a bit biased having followed him for several decades and having photographed three of his concerts. January 112 ojai, ca rehearsals at chaparral auditorium. Press photo maynard ferguson, musician sya92366 ebay. Check out the casual double high c method at a cadenza while opening for maynard with my band inferno notice the onehanded count off. Walter maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz musician and bandleader. Maynard ferguson musician music database radio swiss jazz. Sep 05, 2006 yes, maynard ferguson was a onceinalifetime phenomenon. It seems that all beginning trumpeters, as soon as they can get a sound, have the irresistible urge to see how high they can play. Maynard 64 is an album released by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson collecting tracks recorded between 1959 and 1962 which was originally released on the roulette label. Lets face the music and dance maynard ferguson album. He came to prominence in stan kentons orchestra before forming his own big band in. He left montreal at age eighteen with close friend and schoolmate, oscar peterson and secured a contract recording session work with rca victors prestigious jazz division. Aug 23, 2006 walter maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz musician and bandleader.
If you knew maynard and his music and especially if you attended his concerts, youll love the essential maynard ferguson. The couple and their four children, corby 6 1 2 yrs, lisa 5 yrs, bentley 3 yrs, wilder 2 yrs. Twos company is an album by canadian jazz trumpeterbandleader maynard ferguson and. Maynard ferguson the maynard ferguson years discogs. I miss him, his band and the excitement of his concerts. He is the lead singer and primary lyricist of the rock bands tool and a perfect circle with whom he has released five and four studio albums, respectively. Interview with lisa ferguson millbrook kid and director. Yes, maynard ferguson was a onceinalifetime phenomenon. During his life, ferguson made a scant few film appearances but served as the focal point of a 1980 documentary, maynard ferguson. Maynard ferguson central park live at disneyland 210.
Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Walter maynard ferguson cm was a canadian jazz trumpeter and bandleader. Maynard ferguson live at disneyland on tom sawyer island stage in the summer of 1984. Listen to your favorite songs from the one and only maynard ferguson by maynard ferguson now. May 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz trumpeter and bandleader. Home discographies the maynard ferguson discography. His breakthrough into public consciousness came in 1950 when he joined stan kenton, electrifying audiences with his highnote playing. Originally printed in the june 5, 1975 issue of down beat. Already a band leader in his native land by his early teenage years, trumpeter ferguson played in the bands of boyd raeburn, jimmy dorsey and charlie barnet in the 40s.
The discography of canadian trumpeter maynard ferguson consists of 45 studio albums, 8 live albums, 12 compilations, 23 singles, along with many contributions as sideman, backing orchestra, or member of a studio orchestra. Filmed in 1974 for public television at the plaza hotel in rochester, new york, maynard ferguson s big band went over the top with a powerful concert that would broaden its appeal to a wider audience. May 01, 2007 listen to your favorite songs from the one and only maynard ferguson by maynard ferguson now. Find maynard ferguson discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Maynard ferguson obituary maynard ferguson funeral. Roulette album discography, part 3, accessed february 8, 2017. Lisa ferguson is the daughter of maynard and flo ferguson. April 17, 1964 is an american singer and songwriter. Ferguson died of kidney and liver failure on august 23, 2006.
The dock used to get people on and off the island is also used as a stage. Maynard ferguson high voltage 2cd,1989,intima records. Maynard ferguson and general music maynard ferguson board. Maynard ferguson musician music database radio swiss. It is nice to know that he left so much for us to enjoy. Why maynard ferguson couldnt even teach his own son, bentley, and bentleys untimely death 2 2084 bentley douglas ferguson, maynard ferguson s son. He was noted for his bands, which often served as stepping stones for upandcoming talent, and his ability to play expressively and accurately in a remarkably high register. Maynard ferguson the essential maynard ferguson amazon. Narrated by billy taylor for a cbs sunday morning special on mf from 1984. However, as the musical winds changed over the 1960s, those financial opportunities began to dry up. He came to prominence playing in stan kentonstan kenton. They lived there at millbrook, with tim and his two kids jack and susan, where they all lived together for about 3 years although her family would leave and go out on some adventures. Maynard ferguson conquistador cd, 1984, columbia, ck 34457 like new.
The butler coach with the maynard ferguson band pulled out of chicago at 8 a. The dawning of the 1960s saw ferguson securely ensconsed in new york with a tight working band and a modicum of work. Photo by roy totzke more of the bands gig 4 2 1984 warsaw, in at the wagon wheel playhouse. He came to prominence playing in stan kentons orchestra, before forming his own band in 1957. Filmed in 1974 for public television at the plaza hotel in rochester, new york, maynard fergusons big band went over the top with a powerful concert that would broaden its appeal to a wider audience. Lets face the music and dance is an album by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson featuring tracks recorded in late 1960 and originally released on the roulette label. Bandleader and jazz trumpet phenom maynard ferguson as remembered by 30 musicians. How to keep from losing your footing printed in the july 1993 issue of downbeat. Get the best deals on music cds maynard ferguson when you shop the largest. Robinson was born on december 26, 1967 and started playing trumpet at the age of 12.
The complete roulette recordings of the maynard ferguson orchestra 10cd boxed set with oversized lpsize box and booklet. The barnet band was notable for a trumpet section that also included doc. Ventura, california ap jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson, known for his soaring high notes and for his hit recording of gonna fly now, which lent the musical muscle to the rocky movies, has. Maynard ferguson live coconut champagne 1984 youtube. Maynard 61 is an album released by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson featuring tracks recorded in late 1960 and early 1961 and originally released on the roulette label. There is no transfer of for republication or reproduction with these photographs. The complete roulette recordings of the maynard ferguson. He came to prominence in stan kentons orchestra before forming his own big band in 1957. Message from maynard 1962 maynard 64 1963 the new sounds of maynard ferguson 1963 maynard 64 is an album released by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson collecting tracks recorded between 1959 and 1962 which was originally released on the roulette label. He was noted for his bands, which often served as stepping stones for upandcoming talent, his versatility on several instruments, and his ability to play in a high register. The one and only maynard ferguson by maynard ferguson on. The ballad style of maynard ferguson maynardferguson.
The following is a press release announcing the future of the maynard ferguson collection. Unlike many other highnote trumpeters, ferguson proved that it was possible to actually play. The album was recorded in 1961 and released by roulette. The maynard ferguson music library and memorabilia find a home at unt.
Trumpeter ken robinson has taken jamie hovorkas place this tour. Longtime record producer of 52 cds, seven grammy nominees, 2 grammy winners. The maynard ferguson collection finds a home maynard. Message from maynard 1962 maynard 64 1963 the new sounds of maynard ferguson 1963 maynard 64 is an album released by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson collecting tracks recorded between 1959 and 1962. Why maynard ferguson couldnt even teach his own son. He came to prominence playing in stan kentons orchestra before forming his own band in 1957. Maynard ferguson bio, facts, family famous birthdays. Title playboy jazz festival 1984 created published usa. In 2003, he created puscifer as a side project, with which he has released three studio albums. This has always been one of my very favorite mf albums. He was noted for being able to play accurately in a remarkably high register, and for his bands, which. By kim ferguson exon the entire music library of jazz legend and trumpeter maynard ferguson and the extensive collection of his lifetime of memorabilia, horns, wardrobe, awards.
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