trombonist
Americannoun
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Salsa music pioneer Willie Colón, the trombonist and orchestra leader behind songs like El Malo, Oh, Qué Será, Talento de Televisión and Gitana, has died aged 75, US media reports.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
And in February 1951, three of his leading musicians—saxman Johnny Hodges, trombonist Lawrence Brown and percussionist Sonny Greer—departed, with a combined 70 years of service.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026
She made sure that bridge was strong on “We Insist 2025!” by including trombonist Julian Priester on the record, who, at 89, is the last living musician who appeared on Roach’s 1961 work.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2025
In the liner notes for this finely produced live recording, Lewis — a scholar, computer music specialist and trombonist — talks about the conceptual influence of Anthony Braxton’s operas.
From New York Times • Nov. 30, 2023
Practicing is more fun with a friend, I remember the subway trombonist said.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
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