Frank Rosolino and Carl Fontana perform "Wave". Non-released music from the 1978 Vancouver concert. Elmer Gill - piano Torban Oxbol - bass George Ursan - drums
I was privileged to accompany these two greats in their last ever performance together when they were guest artists with the University of Texas at Arlington jazz orchestra . They had just finished their August ‘78 live recording session in Vancouver (Trombone Heaven). Live or studio- it made no difference. These guys were musical phenomenons of nature.
As a trombonist myself I don't know whether to be inspired or depressed by these two wonderful masters. all I know is that I continue to be astounded by their beauty, facility and uniqueness. I met and played with Carl (albeit in the orchestra) and he was the model of humility.
Bryan-- I don't know you but don't ever be "depressed" about these guys. Wherever you play your music you give a gift to those listening. They may never hear these guys!
Hi Bryan Remember you back then in SNO trombone section at Glasgow City Halls and blowing with Bobby Deans big band at the Bier Keller.on Saturdays. Happy days!
The Dynamic Duo! Alas, Frank was on his last solo journey that year. Carl would keep the flame burning for awhile thereafter. We miss you guys! Thanks for posting!
Bravo Bravo " great post ! I got to meet Rosolino . My pop and a few other 1st call musicians set up a fake new student appointment and did an intervention on thier friend . It was in 72-74 or so . I remember how he talked so jazzy .lol. It was so sad how he went ........ R.I.P. Frank .. .May Carl rest in peace too ! I seen him play with Aldcroft
Frank e Carl dois GIGANTES do jazz,infelismente neste ano de 1978 Frank nos deixou e Carl mais rescentemente também se foi,mas nos ficou o exemplo de seus talentos,
I too was able to sit in with Fontana and Al Balletto (alto) back in the ‘60’s in Jackson, MS. He was always my favorite ‘bone player. Really a regular guy, nice night of music....
Gerald Nichols his singing isn’t the best but the album of him singing is actaully a really good one, his singing lines are great and the whole album is swinging
I was privileged to accompany these two greats in their last ever performance together when they were guest artists with the University of Texas at Arlington jazz orchestra . They had just finished their August ‘78 live recording session in Vancouver (Trombone Heaven). Live or studio- it made no difference. These guys were musical phenomenons of nature.
What a great song for these two masters to do together. RIP Mr Rosolino and Mr Fontana.
As a trombonist myself I don't know whether to be inspired or depressed by these two wonderful masters. all I know is that I continue to be astounded by their beauty, facility and uniqueness.
I met and played with Carl (albeit in the orchestra) and he was the model of humility.
Bryan-- I don't know you but don't ever be "depressed" about these guys. Wherever you play your music you give a gift to those listening. They may never hear these guys!
Hi Bryan
Remember you back then in SNO trombone section at Glasgow City Halls and blowing with Bobby Deans big band at the Bier Keller.on Saturdays.
Happy days!
jamespjohnson - forgive me James when did we cross paths?
@@freagle71 Glasgow in late 60s and early 70s. SNO days.
Cheers!
Jim J
It's a privilege to listen to my two favorite trombonists of all time playing together. Thanks!
The Dynamic Duo!
Alas, Frank was on his last solo journey that year. Carl would keep the flame burning for awhile thereafter. We miss you guys!
Thanks for posting!
Bravo Bravo " great post ! I got to meet Rosolino . My pop and a few other 1st call musicians set up a fake new student appointment and did an intervention on thier friend . It was in 72-74 or so . I remember how he talked so jazzy .lol. It was so sad how he went ........ R.I.P. Frank .. .May Carl rest in peace too ! I seen him play with Aldcroft
So easy...so fluid...so tasty...so amazing!!!
Man! I wish I could have SEEN this in person! BLOWN AWAY!!!
Two years too young to get into the show...I remember them coming...but....
I did go on to get to play with Torben and George though.
Fantastic! WOW!
Frank e Carl dois GIGANTES do jazz,infelismente neste ano de 1978 Frank nos deixou e Carl mais rescentemente também se foi,mas nos ficou o exemplo de seus talentos,
Manda um abração para seu filho Jessé!! e um forte grande pra vc!! ricardohulck 😉
Frank was the best
Thank you for posting this...such timeless music by two of the greatest ever to play the trombone.
Loved it!
Soooooo smooth!
I too was able to sit in with Fontana and Al Balletto (alto) back in the ‘60’s in Jackson, MS. He was always my favorite ‘bone player.
Really a regular guy, nice night of music....
That Rosolino solo is sick.
Rosolino played about the most interesting solos ever imo. But I can't stand his singing. 8l
Ithink he is one of the best! Careole
Gerald Nichols his singing isn’t the best but the album of him singing is actaully a really good one, his singing lines are great and the whole album is swinging
the master!
Insane stuff
Fantastic!
iconic
So cool!
Just great, thanks for posting
Maestros de maestros...
Nice music
great. Thanks lots for sharing. :D
Elmer Gill was a Seattle pianist of yore.
cada vez tocan mejor!!!
Some valve trombone players couldn’t make Frank’s solo sound that smooth
They said the same thing about JJ Johnson, who was accused of using a valved trombone
SOME? HOW ABOUT NONE!!
@247hdjazz
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SOME? HOW ABOUT NONE!!
Parabéns!!!
Jay and Kai 'revisited '🎵
Fantastic
Is this music copyrighted? I'd love to use it as a sample on my MPC but not sure about rights and all.
DUMB QUESTION!
Guess who recorded that group ?
YOU!
@@247hdjazz Correct !