i play lead in a big band myself, and i have a dream. and that dream is to become somewhat close to Bergeron. You are a huge inspiration mr.Bergeron! Thanks you for sharing this video!
It was my distinct privilege to see the then lineup around 15 years back when they graced the local Chicago suburban stage to perform in the annual Elmhurst College (now University) Jazz Fest in a February winter setting. Mr. Goodwin and his band/players delighted the audience and graced us by chatting after their performance. I got the treat of a lifetime to say hello to one of my guitar heroes in the jazz world, Mr. Grant Geissman, who was with the Big Phat back then. God bless, Gordon.
Dear Mr or Mrs Sebbethy, A friend steered me to your nice comment here. Thanks for the great advice! If you'd like to drop by to play this piece for me sometime, I'd love to hear your version. I could use a few pointers. First, I want to u to play 6 of the most difficult lead parts ever written. Then I'd like you to pick up your picc and play this first 2 2/12 pages of this. Don't stop there, then play the rest of this chart-Head, two solo sections, soli with saxes, shout chorus, cadenza, then a double B at the end. It's definitely not a perfect performance by any means. But at the at moment in time, it was the best I could do. It faceless internet trolls like you that keep most pro players from getting involved in music discussion on line. I guess it back to the old saying...If you don't have any thing nice to say...Shut the F*ck up. Hugs, WB
Wayne Bergeron Well said, Wayne! Being a former professional trumpet player, I know how difficult a show like this is. And there's no way I could ever play stuff like this with the absolute masterful playing you exhibit here. And quite frankly, I enjoyed your pic playing. That part is really all over the place! Very fine job, sir! There's a reason trolls like this douchbag aren't top-call players, or successful pros period...and let me see...last time I checked, you are! Every time you put the horn to your face, or speak to a group of aspiring players, you influence and inspire them in ways no one else can. Just thought I'd throw my $0.02 in...Thanks for all you do. Dan
