 American jazz trombonist Frank Rosolino, c. 1963. Image by Unknown, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Frank RosolinoFrank Rosolino Frank Rosolino American jazz trombonist (1926–1978) Frank Rosolino (August 20, 1926 – November 26, 1978) was an American jazz trombonist.[1] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Frank Rosolino Background information Born (1926-08-20)August 20, 1926 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. Died November 26, 1978(1978-11-26) (aged 52) Van Nuys, California Genres Jazz Occupation Musician Instrument Trombone Years active 1945–1978 Close Biography Rosolino was born in Detroit, Michigan, United States,[1] He performed with the big bands of Bob Chester, Glen Gray,[1] Tony Pastor, Herbie Fields, Gene Krupa, and Stan Kenton. After a period with Kenton he settled in Los Angeles, where he performed with Howard Rumsey's Lighthouse All-Stars (1954–1960) in Hermosa Beach.[2] Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, between nightclub engagements, Rosolino was active… (Source: Wikipedia)
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