Maynard Ferguson
Canada
Born: 04 May 1928
Died: 23 August 2006
Years Active: 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 2000
Genres: Jazz
Styles: Bop, Hard Bop, Jazz-Pop, Contemporary Jazz, Fusion, Crossover Jazz
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When he debuted with Stan Kenton's Orchestra in 1950, Maynard Ferguson could play higher than any other trumpeter up to that point in jazz history, and he was accurate. Somehow he kept most of that range through his career and since the 1970s has been one of the most famous musicians in jazz. Never known for his exquisite taste (some of his more commercial efforts are unlistenable), Ferguson nevertheless led some important bands and definitely made an impact with his trumpet playing. After heading his own big band in Montreal, Ferguson came to ...
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