Aug 23, 2006 walter maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz musician and bandleader. However, as the musical winds changed over the 1960s, those financial opportunities began to dry up. 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. Maynard ferguson musician music database radio swiss. 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. Bandleader and jazz trumpet phenom maynard ferguson as remembered by 30 musicians. He came to prominence in stan kentons orchestra before forming his own big band in. Current maynard ferguson and big bop nouveau news and announcements. Maynard ferguson gonna fly now mike douglas show 1977 by 4greatmf. Lisa ferguson is the daughter of maynard and flo ferguson. I am a bit biased having followed him for several decades and having photographed three of his concerts. The barnet band was notable for a trumpet section that also included doc. Maynard ferguson, musicianphoto measures 10 x 8inches. Walter maynard ferguson cm was a canadian jazz trumpeter and bandleader.
Unlike many other highnote trumpeters, ferguson proved that it was possible to actually play. The maynard ferguson collection finds a home maynard. January 112 ojai, ca rehearsals at chaparral auditorium. Listen to your favorite songs from the one and only maynard ferguson by maynard ferguson now. Title playboy jazz festival 1984 created published usa.
The dawning of the 1960s saw ferguson securely ensconsed in new york with a tight working band and a modicum of work. Maynard ferguson central park live at disneyland 210. The couple and their four children, corby 6 1 2 yrs, lisa 5 yrs, bentley 3 yrs, wilder 2 yrs. Check out the casual double high c method at a cadenza while opening for maynard with my band inferno notice the onehanded count off. The album was recorded in 1961 and released by roulette. This has always been one of my very favorite mf albums. This group is for all mf fans and in particular those who wish to. 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. 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.
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. Maynard ferguson high voltage 2cd,1989,intima records. He came to prominence playing in stan kentons orchestra, before forming his own band in 1957. Maynard ferguson the maynard ferguson years discogs.
The complete roulette recordings of the maynard ferguson. Lets face the music and dance maynard ferguson album. The butler coach with the maynard ferguson band pulled out of chicago at 8 a. Straightaway jazz themes is an album released by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson containing music composed for the tv series straightaway. He came to prominence in stan kentons orchestra before forming his own big band in 1957. Maynard ferguson obituary maynard ferguson funeral. Walter maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadianborn jazz trumpet player and bandleader. Longtime record producer of 52 cds, seven grammy nominees, 2 grammy winners.
Ferguson was born walter maynard ferguson in verdun, quebec now part of. Walter maynard ferguson cm may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz trumpeter and bandleader. The complete roulette recordings of the maynard ferguson orchestra 10cd boxed set with oversized lpsize box and booklet. 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. How to keep from losing your footing printed in the july 1993 issue of downbeat.
It is nice to know that he left so much for us to enjoy. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Ferguson died of kidney and liver failure on august 23, 2006. Interview with lisa ferguson millbrook kid and director. The dock used to get people on and off the island is also used as a stage. Robinson was born on december 26, 1967 and started playing trumpet at the age of 12. Press photo maynard ferguson, musician sya92366 ebay. Maynard ferguson bio, facts, family famous birthdays. 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. He came to prominence playing in stan kentons orchestra before forming his own band in 1957. Maynard ferguson birdland dream band volume 2 discogs. Maynard ferguson the essential maynard ferguson amazon. During his life, ferguson made a scant few film appearances but served as the focal point of a 1980 documentary, maynard ferguson. 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.
He came to prominence playing in stan kentonstan kenton. Maynard ferguson live coconut champagne 1984 youtube. 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. Maynards first idol was trumpeter harry james and he first received his music union card at age thirteen. 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. I miss him, his band and the excitement of his concerts. Twos company maynard ferguson and chris connor album. He was noted for being able to play accurately in a remarkably high register, and for his bands, which. Why maynard ferguson couldnt even teach his own son. 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. Photo by roy totzke more of the bands gig 4 2 1984 warsaw, in at the wagon wheel playhouse. Maynard ferguson and general music maynard ferguson board. The following is a press release announcing the future of the maynard ferguson collection. Trumpeter ken robinson has taken jamie hovorkas place this tour.
April 17, 1964 is an american singer and songwriter. Maynard ferguson pagliacci joe claussell edits by lamuseique. The maynard ferguson music library and memorabilia find a home at unt. His breakthrough into public consciousness came in 1950 when he joined stan kenton, electrifying audiences with his highnote playing. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. May 01, 2007 listen to your favorite songs from the one and only maynard ferguson by maynard ferguson now. Twos company is an album by canadian jazz trumpeterbandleader maynard ferguson and. May 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz trumpeter and bandleader. Maynard ferguson conquistador cd, 1984, columbia, ck 34457 like new.
The maynard ferguson tribute page maynard ferguson news. Narrated by billy taylor for a cbs sunday morning special on mf from 1984. 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. Maynard ferguson 4 2 1984 warsaw, in wagon wheel playhouse. If you knew maynard and his music and especially if you attended his concerts, youll love the essential maynard ferguson. 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. The one and only maynard ferguson by maynard ferguson on. Originally printed in the june 5, 1975 issue of down beat. Walter maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz musician and bandleader.
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. 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. There is no transfer of for republication or reproduction with these photographs. 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. 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. Maynard ferguson live at disneyland on tom sawyer island stage in the summer of 1984. Roulette album discography, part 3, accessed february 8, 2017. 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. The very best performances of the late great maynard ferguson. The ballad style of maynard ferguson maynardferguson.
Book by melanie mintz scenic design michael anania costumes edi giguere. Maynard ferguson plays jazz for dancing 1959 newport suite 1960 lets face the music and dance 1960 newport suite is an album released by canadian jazz trumpeter maynard ferguson featuring tracks recorded in 1960 and originally released on the roulette label. 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. 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. 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. In 2003, he created puscifer as a side project, with which he has released three studio albums. Home discographies the maynard ferguson discography. Maynard ferguson may 4, 1928 august 23, 2006 was a canadian jazz musician and bandleader. Why maynard ferguson couldnt even teach his own son, bentley, and bentleys untimely death 2 2084 bentley douglas ferguson, maynard ferguson s son. It was my favorite part of my life until my aunt passed away. Find maynard ferguson discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Maynard ferguson musician music database radio swiss jazz. Get the best deals on music cds maynard ferguson when you shop the largest.
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