V.S.O.P. #4 / MODE 124 DON FAGERQUIST OCTET: MUSIC TO FILL A VOID
w/Don Fagerquist (t), Herb Geller (alto), Ronnie Lang (baritone), Ed Leddy (t), Bob Enevoldsen (v. trombone), Vince DeRosa (french horn), Marty Paich (piano), Buddy Clark (bass), Mel Lewis (drums).
Recorded September 14, 1957, Radio Recorders, Hollywood, Calif. Cover Design: Bill Box; Engineer: Bones Howe
Legendary but under-appreciated trumpeter Don Fagerquist's only recording as leader. Don Fagerquist was one of the busiest trumpeters on the West Coast in the 50's, often recording with Shorty Rogers, Dave Pell, Les Brown, and countless vocalists. Outstanding stereo sound by Bones Howe.