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el...@eli.zilker.net

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May 25, 1995, 3:00:00 AM5/25/95
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I recently checked out a new book published by AusTex Music, Inc.
entitled Frank Rosolino, Master of the Trombone, vol. 1. What
an amazing player Frank was! Anyone else out there hip to one
of the greatest trombone players ever?


JohnHassel

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May 26, 1995, 3:00:00 AM5/26/95
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Yes - I love Frank Rosolino's playing too! Can you write back in or
e-mail me to give us more info on how to get/order a copy of that book?
What are the contents? Transcribed solos, biography, interviews, etc?

Thanks,
John

Jon Vanhala GRP Records

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May 29, 1995, 3:00:00 AM5/29/95
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If I had to pick one - Frank would be the one...I'm going to have to check out this book...What's your favorite
Rosolino? Have you heard all the Terry Gibbs Dream Band recordings? How about frank's playing on
Trombones Inc.? or on Pete Rugolo's Brass in Hi Fi.... Does this book describe at all Frank's tragic death
(murder/suicide) and tell why he did it?


Gary Milliken

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May 30, 1995, 3:00:00 AM5/30/95
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In article <3qd1ff$b...@henry.netaxis.com> bone...@netaxis.com (Jon Vanhala GRP Records) writes:
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>.... Does this book describe at all Frank's tragic death (murder/suicide)
>and tell why he did it?

In recent months, I was directed to the writing of Gene Lees, who publishes the
monthly "Jazzletter" from his home in Ojai, CA. Periodically he re-edits issues
of this newsletter into a compilation and publishes a book -- his issue about
Frank Rosolino is reprinted in the book "Meet Me at Jim and Andy's", and although
it doesn't really answer the question about what happened that night at Rosolino's
house, it does describe the man and it tries to explain why probably nobody will
ever know the real truth. Evidently Rosolino was a very funny man whose constant
jokes hid unbelievable turmoil -- one quote in the article, spoken by Roger Kellaway
who was with Rosolino on his last day, was (approximately) "When he cracked four
jokes a minute, we should have known that something was wrong."


JohnHassel

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May 31, 1995, 3:00:00 AM5/31/95
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bonejazz writes:

>.What's your favorite Rosolino? Have you heard all the Terry Gibbs Dream
Band >recordings? How about frank's playing on
>Trombones Inc.? or on Pete Rugolo's Brass in Hi Fi....

I was wondering about the Terry Gibbs sessions - could you write in and
fill me in on which recordings Frank Rosolino is featured. If possible,
could you list how many solos he plays on each record. I've never heard
those records ( I guess I'm sleeping on some good stuff!). I've heard the
Rugolo record - Frank plays some amazing stuff on that one - I love "All
The Things You Are". I just bought Buddy Rich's "This One's For Basie"
which features Frank onabout 4 tunes - he plays a really great solo on
"Blues For Basie." It's definitely worth checking out!

John

Haizen Paige

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May 31, 1995, 3:00:00 AM5/31/95
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In article <NEWTNews.24230....@eli.zilker.net>,
el...@eli.zilker.net wrote:

> I recently checked out a new book published by AusTex Music, Inc.
> entitled Frank Rosolino, Master of the Trombone, vol. 1. What
> an amazing player Frank was! Anyone else out there hip to one
> of the greatest trombone players ever?

> In article <3qd1ff$b...@henry.netaxis.com> bone...@netaxis.com (Jon


Vanhala GRP Records) writes:
> >
> >.... Does this book describe at all Frank's tragic death (murder/suicide)
> >and tell why he did it?

A few memories of Frank Rosolino:

Around 1965, when I was still in high school, I used to hear Frank play
with the Lighthouse All-Stars on Monday nights: Howard Rumsey on bass, Bob
Cooper on tenor and oboe, and various drummers. Frank played baritone
_horn_ much of the time --a valve instrument, similar in range to the
trombone which he was already phenominal on. Anyway, he was just awesome
on baritone and most listeners have no idea he ever played it! I sat
listening week after week with my mouth hanging open in amazement.

Those who would like to get the flavor of Frank's wonderful personality at
its best, look for a record or CD called "Jazz Party" (or a similar title)
orginally released by Contemporary records, produced by Stan Kenton, who's
on it as well. (Should be avaiable where Kenton albums are.) Man, Frank
tells some great road stories! (So does Harry "Sweets" Edison.) I wish I
had I copy to play right now!

Both Frank and Stan had troubled family lives with their sons. (Stan's son
stayed at Synanon for awhile, from what I understand, for putting a snake
in someone's mailbox! Anyone know if this is so?) Though both brought such
joy and fulfilment to others, they never found peace of mind for
themselves. At least Frank didn't‹-and I was truly saddened when I heard
of his tragic passing. He was a one-of-kind.

-- Haizen Paige

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Thomas Hannigan

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Jun 1, 1995, 3:00:00 AM6/1/95
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I recently saw a video of Frank and his quartet performing on a
(television?) series entitled "Jazz Scene USA", from early 60s, hosted by
Oscar Lee Brown. He burns for 30 minutes (the next 30 is filled by Kenton
Orch.) It was interesting in that he sang one tune, and later talked with
the host for a bit. He appeared a bit high-strung, laughing at everything
Brown said. Excellent playing.

--
Thomas Hannigan |"Work for world peace?
GSLIS, Austin, TX | What an outmoded thing to do"
th...@fiat.gslis.utexas.edu | Rush Limbaugh, Nov. 10,1994
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GURU314708

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Jun 1, 1995, 3:00:00 AM6/1/95
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Read that book too (MEET ME AT JIM & ANDY'S) and felt about the same
although Lees is a very colorful writer I would have prefered an uncolored
version.
I've tryed to get info on ordering the TexMus FRANK ROSOLINO book to no
avail. If anyone can shed light on the book jus Email me.....

After listening to his playing (ALOT!) and seeing him on video I just
can't imagine
what the world of jazz and jazz trombonist's missed. He was just great.

Don

JohnHassel

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Jun 4, 1995, 3:00:00 AM6/4/95
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Earlier, I posted asking what Terry Gibbs recordings had "high Rosolino
content." I also was wondering if anyone could supply similar information
regarding Rosolino with the Light House All Stars. In particular, what
recordings that are currently available through OJC feature him to a high
degree?

Thanks!
John

Alexander Theodorsen

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Jun 6, 1995, 3:00:00 AM6/6/95
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The OJC with highest degree of Frank Rosolino would be :

"Free for all" - Frank Rosolino Quintet with Harold Land on tenor and Victor
Feldman on piano, but then i guess you already have that one...

BTW I know that FR made some great albums on the Affinity label, including one
called "Frank Rosolino Quartet". Does anybody know if this and other Affinity
albums currently are available ? I've heard some of the original LP's, and for
my taste of trombone players these albums are real killers...

FR also recorded several albums with Supersax, a friend of mine have all of
them...really great listening !!! Incredible how they make it swing, playing
transcribed Parker solos. I do unfortunately only posess one Supersax album -
Stoned Bird, from the mid 80's. Does anyone know if there are plans for
reissuing the 70's Supersax-sessions featuring amongst others Frank Rosolino ?

1ľ

Alexander
"I'm famous, ain't that a bitch" - Thelonious Monk.


JohnHassel

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Jun 7, 1995, 3:00:00 AM6/7/95
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Yes, I knew about Frank Rosolino's "Free For All Session." That's a great
one! I was actually wondering which of the Howard Rumsey Light House All
Stars and Terry Gibbs recordings feature Frank to a high degree...

Thanks!
John

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