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BARRY ROGERS (1935-1991) trombonist, producer, arranger, salsero!
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Welcome to BARRYROGERSJAZZ.com! Barry lives on on the web...
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BARRY ROGERS is widely recognized as being the most influential trombone soloist in New York's formative Salsa scene from the early 1960's through the late 80's. The sound which he created transformed the way the trombone has been used in Latin music and still resonates today. He developed his style during several years with Eddie Palmieri, a collaboration that resulted in over a dozen recordings, some stellar arrangements, and one Grammy award. He also lent his talents to albums by The Fania All-Stars, Machito, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Charlie Palmieri, Cheo Feliciano, Johnny Pacheco, Manny Oquendo's "Libre", and many more. Barry was also a founding member of the ground-breaking jazz-rock band DREAMS which included Mike and Randy Brecker, and had a jazz and studio recording career that saw him work with artists like James Taylor, Aretha Franklyn, Chaka Khan, Todd Rundgren, Grover Washington Jr., Ron Carter, George Benson, Carly Simon, David Byrne, Bob James, Spyro Gyra, Bob Moses, Elton John and Don Grolnick.
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David Carp's biographical article entitled "Barry Rogers - Salsero, Searcher, and World Musician" at DESCARGA.COM can be read by clicking on the "Barry's Profile" link at the bottom of this page. Barry's discography at All-MUSIC GUIDE (AMG) can be reached via the "discography" link (this is not complete but still impressive at around 200 albums). To view a listing of more than 50 of Barry's Latin recordings that are currently available, click on the "Latin CD's w/BRogers" link and then type the name BARRY ROGERS into the search field near the top of the page...Please return to this site in the future for updates on upcoming Barry Rogers projects like the solo compilation tape and the solo transcription book.
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The recent BARRY ROGERS Memorial Tribute Concert at the NEW YORK BRASS CONFERENCE was a success! The large 18-piece ensemble (!) was fronted by Barry's son, the trumpeter CHRIS ROGERS. Barry's arrangements of "Puerto Rico", "Busca Lo Tuyo", and "Un Dia Bonito" were performed. Chris' composition "Ballad for B.R." was premiered and featured spirited solos from saxophonists BOB PORCELLI and ROGER ROSENBERG. Other highlights included special guest EDDIE PALMIERI sitting in on "Busca Lo Toyo", which was immediately followed by a four-trombone unison rendering of Barry's transcribed solo...played by SAM BURTIS, KEITH O'QUINN, ART BARON and MARK PATTERSON! A thoughtful letter from LEW SOLOFF was read aloud and trumpeter RAY VEGA also spoke fondly of Barry. Special thanks to the other talented musicians who lent their talents to this project: Lewis Khan, Willie Martinez, Wilson "Chembo" Corniel, Bernie Minoso, Igor Atalita, George Delgado, Barry Danelian, James O'Connor, Frank Perowsky, Peter Brainin, Claire Daly, Chris Washburne, Pete McGuiness, Steve Henry and Allan Colin.
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Interested in viewing or purchasing any of Barry's many Latin recordings? If so, click below on the link entitled "Latin CD's w/BRogers" and then simply type BARRY ROGERS in the "quick search" field at the top of the page. My current recomendations are: "MAMBO SHOW" - Charlie Palmieri & The Ensemble of Latin Music Legends, features Barry, Mongo Santamaria, Piro Rodriguez, Nicky Marrero, etc. (This was Barry's final Latin jazz recording and includes 4 great trombone solos) and "EDDIE PALMIERI" - Eddie's 1981 self-titled release (also known as the White Album) was Barry's last recording with Palmieri and includes 3 great solos. It's also notable because Barry is playing ALL the trombone parts! If you wish to obtain a copy of my article "The Artistry of Barry Rogers - A Son's Tribute", it will soon be available to download via chrisrogersjazz.com, along with some BR solo transcriptions. If you have any BR related comments or questions please send your e-mail to Chris Rogers (aka BLUEBARRON99) at the link below. (Please also be sure to visit my web site, chrisrogersjazz.com)
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