The Maynard Ferguson Discography: The 1950s
Kenton formed his experimental Innovations Orchestra in 1950 and Ferguson finally had the opportunity to accept Kenton's longstanding offer. Ferguson had a number of prominent solo opportunities during his Kenton years that sealed his reputation.
Ferguson left Kenton in 1953 and joined the staff orchestra at Paramount Pictures. Although his contract prevented him from performing live, he made a number of jazz and pop recordings both as a studio musician and under his own name.
Studio work was very lucrative, but Ferguson found it musically limiting and he decided to leave Paramount in 1956. Ferguson subsequently accepted an offer to front an all-star group of studio musicians in New York City at the Birdland jazz club. The Birdland Dream Band would serve as the template for much of Ferguson's remaining career, providing him with an initial set of charts, a set of relationships with the best musicians and writers in New York, and a small-big-band format that was both economical and musically-fulfilling for its members.
In 1958, Ferguson began a series of recordings for Roulette records that are arguably the best of his career.
Stan Kenton
3 February 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
First session for the Innovations Orchestra
- Mambo in F [master 5475]
- Mirage [master 5476]
- Conflict [master 5477]
- Solitaire [master 5478]
- Soliloquy [master 5479]
- Theme for Sunday [master 5480]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone and Clarinet)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone, Oboe, and English Horn)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone and Bassoon)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone and Bass Clarinet)
- George Kast (Violin)
- Jim Cathcart (Violin)
- Lew Elias (Violin)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Anthony Doria (Violin)
- Jim Holmes (Violin)
- Alex Law (Violin)
- Herbert Offner (Violin)
- Dave Schackne (Violin)
- Carl Ottobrino (Violin)
- Stan Harris (Viola)
- Leonard Sclic (Viola)
- Sam Singer (Vioa)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Jack Wulfe (Cello)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums/Tympani)
- Carlos Vida (Conga)
Stan Kenton
3 February 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Amazonia [master 5481]
Personnel
- George Kast (Violin)
- Jim Cathcart (Violin)
- Lew Elias (Violin)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Anthony Doria (Violin)
- Jim Holmes (Violin)
- Alex Law (Violin)
- Herbert Offner (Violin)
- Dave Schackne (Violin)
- Carl Ottobrino (Violin)
- Stan Harris (Viola)
- Leonard Sclic (Viola)
- Sam Singer (Viola)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Jack Wulfe (Cello)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums/Tympani)
- Carlos Vida (Conga)
Stan Kenton
4 February 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Lonesome Road [master 5482]
- Trajectories [master 5483]
- Incident in Jazz [master 5484]
- Cuban Episode [master 5485]
- Round Robin [master 5486]
- Evening in Pakistan [master 5487]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone and Clarinet)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone, Oboe and English Horn)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone and Bassoon)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone and Bass Clarinet)
- George Kast (Violin)
- Jim Cathcart (Violin)
- Lew Elias (Violin)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Anthony Doria (Violin)
- Jim Holmes (Violin)
- Alex Law (Violin)
- Herbert Offner (Violin)
- Dave Schackne (Violin)
- Carl Ottobrino (Violin)
- Stan Harris (Viola)
- Leonard Sclic (Viola)
- Sam Singer (Vioa)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Jack Wulfe (Cello)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums/Tympani)
- Carlos Vida (Conga)
Stan Kenton
5 February 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Salute [master 5488]
- A Cello [master 5493]
- In Veradero [master 5490]
- Ivan Lopez (Percussion)
- Nestor Amaral (Percussion)
- Stanio Ozorio (Percussion)
- Jose Oliveria (Percussion)
- Capitol W 569-6
- Creative World ST 1030
- Capitol CDP 7243 59965 2 8
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone/Clarinet)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone/Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone/Oboe/English Horn)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone/Bassoon)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone/Bass Clarinet)
- George Kast (Violin)
- Jim Cathcart (Violin)
- Lew Elias (Violin)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Anthony Doria (Violin)
- Jim Holmes (Violin)
- Alex Law (Violin)
- Herbert Offner (Violin)
- Dave Schackne (Violin)
- Carl Ottobrino (Violin)
- Stan Harris (Viola)
- Leonard Sclic (Viola)
- Sam Singer (Vioa)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Jack Wulfe (Cello)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums/Tympani)
- Carlos Vida (Conga)
Stan Kenton
5 February 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Mardi Gras [master 5489]
- Ivan Lopez (Percussion)
- Nestor Amaral (Percussion)
- Stanio Ozorio (Percussion)
- Jose Oliveria (Percussion)
- Creative World ST 1030
- Capitol CDP 7243 59965 2 8
- Jolly Rogers [master 5491]
- Blues in Riff [master 5492]
Personnel
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums/Tympani)
- Carlos Vida (Conga)
Stan Kenton
18 May 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Staniana [master 6044]
- Art Pepper [master 6045]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Clyde Brown (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone/Clarinet)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone/Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone/Oboe/English Horn)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone/Bassoon)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone/Bass Clarinet)
- George Kast (Violin)
- Jim Cathcart (Violin)
- Lew Elias (Violin)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Anthony Doria (Violin)
- Jim Holmes (Violin)
- Alex Law (Violin)
- Herbert Offner (Violin)
- Dave Schackne (Violin)
- Carl Ottobrino (Violin)
- Stan Harris (Viola)
- Leonard Sclic (Viola)
- Sam Singer (Vioa)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Jack Wulfe (Cello)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums/Tympani)
- Carlos Vida (Conga)
Stan Kenton
18 May 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- The Halls of Brass [master 6046]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Clyde Brown (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Sinclair Lott (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Shelly Manne (Tympani)
Stan Kenton
18 May 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Cell—logy [master 6043]
Personnel
- George Kast (Violin)
- Jim Cathcart (Violin)
- Lew Elias (Violin)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Anthony Doria (Violin)
- Jim Holmes (Violin)
- Alex Law (Violin)
- Herbert Offner (Violin)
- Dave Schackne (Violin)
- Carl Ottobrino (Violin)
- Stan Harris (Viola)
- Leonard Sclic (Viola)
- Sam Singer (Vioa)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Jack Wulfe (Cello)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums/Tympani)
- Carlos Vida (Conga)
Stan Kenton
15 June 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Maynard Ferguson (Shorty Rogers) [master 6095]
- Shelly Manne [master 6096]
Personnel
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Clyde Brown (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone/Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone/Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone/Oboe/English Horn)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone/Bassoon)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone/Bass Clarinet)
- George Kast (Violin)
- Jim Cathcart (Violin)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Anthony Doria (Violin)
- Lew Elias (Violin)
- Jim Holmes (Violin)
- Alex Law (Violin)
- Herbert Offner (Violin)
- Carl Ottobrine (Violin)
- Dave Shakner (Violin)
- Stan Harris (Viola)
- Leo Selic (Viola)
- Sam Singer (Viola)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Jack Wolfe (Cello)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Carlos Vidal (Percussion)
Nat King Cole
16 August 1950: Los Angeles, CA
The Nat King Cole trio with Stan Kenton and his orchestra
- Orange Colored Sky (arr. Pete Rugolo)
Personnel
- Nat King Cole (Vocals)
- Nat King Cole (Piano)
- Irving Ashby (Guitar)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Jack Costanzo (Bongo)
- Jim Salco (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Johnny Halliburton (Trombone)
- Herb Harper (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarelli (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Nat King Cole
16 August 1950: Los Angeles, CA
- Jam-bo (arr. Pete Rugolo)
Personnel
- Nat King Cole (Piano)
- Jim Salco (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Johnny Halliburton (Trombone)
- Herb Harper (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarelli (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
21 August 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Be Easy, Be Tender [master 6524]
- Jay Johnson (Vocals)
- Creative World ST 1062
- But Then You Kissed Me [master 6525]
- Jay Johnson (Vocals)
- Creative World ST 1064
- Easy Go [master 6526]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Salko (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Jack Costanzo (Percussion)
Stan Kenton
21 August 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- June Christy [master 6527]
Personnel
- June Christy (Vocals)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Jack Costanzo (Percussion)
Stan Kenton
12 September 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Love for Sale [master 6578]
- Viva Prado [master 6579]
- I'm So in the Mood [master 6580]
- Round Robin [master 6581]
Personnel
- Al Porcino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Eddie Bert (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Miguel Rivera (Conga)
Maynard Ferguson
13 September 1950: Los Angeles, CA
Harkins considers this MF's first session as a leader, although it is largely Kenton's studio band of the time. Harkins notes that MF led his own band in Canada between 1944 and 1947 that was broadcast on the CBC, but if air checks of those broadcasts exist, they have not been released on commercial recordings.
- Take the A Train [master 6577]
- Short Wave [master 6582]
- Love Locked Out [master 6583]
- The Band Ain't Draggin' [master 6584]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvirez (Trumpet)
- Al Porcino (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Gene England (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Joe Rotondi (Piano)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
14 September 1950: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Santa Lucia [master 6588]
- Vido Musso (Tenor Saxophone)
- Capitol T 306
- Capitol T 167
- Creative World ST 1027
- Pagliacci [master 6592]
- Vido Musso (Tenor Saxophone)
- Capitol T 306
- Capitol T 167
- Creative World ST 1027
Personnel
- Al Porcino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Eddie Bert (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Miguel Rivera (Conga)
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Stan Kenton
3 December 1950: New York, NY
- Lover (Richard Rodgers; Lorenz Hart)
- Viva Prado (Shorty Rogers)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
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- Maynard Ferguson (Shorty Rogers)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
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Personnel
- Ray Wetzel (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
20 March 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Artistry in Tango [master 7316]
- September Song [master 7317]
- Theme for Alto [master 7318]
Personnel
- Ray Wetzel (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
28 March 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Tortillas and Beans [master 7342]
- Ray Wetzel (Vocals)
- Eddie Gomez (Vocals)
- World Record Club T 109
- Creative World ST 1050
- Riff Rhapsody [master 7343]
- Dynaflow [master 7344]
Personnel
- Ray Wetzel (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bart Varsalona (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
28 May 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Laura [master 7593]
- Stardust-Boogie [master 7594]
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Salko (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- Paul Weigand (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
31 May 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- The Hot Canary (Paul Nero, arr. Pete Rugolo) [master 7603]
- What's New (Bob Haggart, arr. Pete Rugolo) [master 7604]
- Jump for Joe [master 7605]
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Salko (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- Paul Weigand (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
29 June 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Night Watch [master 7823]
- Francesca [master 7824]
- Prelude To a Kiss [master 7825]
- Jay Johnson (Vocals)
- Creative World ST 1064
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
July 1951: Steel Pier, Atlantic City, NJ
- Jump for Joe
- A Hundred Years from Today
- Easy Go
- Yesterdays
- Dynaflow
- Dancing in the Dark
- Maynard Ferguson (Shorty Rogers)
- Love for Sale
- Prelude to a Kiss
- Intermission Riff
- Peanut Vendor
- Round Robin
- Viva Prado
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
19 September 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Coop's Solo [master 9037]
- Sambo [master 9038]
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trumpet)
- John Copolla (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
20 September 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
Harkins (pp 44) is not certain the two Blues in Burlesque were recorded at this session.
- Street of Dreams [master 9052]
- Easy Street [master 9053]
- June Christy (Vocals)
- Creative World ST 1028
- Come Rain or Come Shine [master 9054]
- Daddy [master 9055]
- Blues in Burlesque I [master 9276]
- Blues in Burlesque II [master 9277]
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trumpet)
- John Coppola (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Trombone)
- Stan Fletcher (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
14 October 1951: Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Live concert by the Innovations Orchestra on their second tour
- Artistry in Rhythm (Stan Kenton)
- Spirals (Franklyn Marks)
- Sambo (Shorty Rogers)
- Ennui [master 13298]
- Shelly Manne (Stan Kenton)
- John Graas (Franklyn Marks)
- Maynard Ferguson (Shorty Rogers)
- September Song (Maxwell Anderson / Kurt Weill)
- Art Pepper (Shorty Rogers)
- Improvisation (Bill Russo)
- Samana (Manny Albam) [master 13299]
- Love for Sale (Cole Porter)
- Bob Cooper (Coop's Solo) (Shorty Rogers) [master 13297]
- Opus in Pastels (Stan Kenton)
- Dance Before the Mirror (Robert F. Graettinger)
- Halls of Brass (Bill Russo)
- Salute (Pete Rugolo) [master 13296]
- Artistry in Rhythm (Stan Kenton)
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trumpet)
- John Coppola (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Trombone)
- Stan Fletcher (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- George Price (French Horn)
- Alex Law (Concertmaster)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Danny Napolitano (Violin)
- Maurice Koukel (Violin)
- Phil Davidson (Violin)
- Seb Mercurio (Violin)
- Ben Zimberoff (Violin)
- Barton Gray (Violin)
- Dwight Muma (Violin)
- Charlie Scarle (Violin)
- Dave Smiley (Viola)
- Paul Israel (Viola)
- Aaron Shapiro (Viola)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Gabe Jellen (Cello)
- Abe Luboff (Bass)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
5 and 7 December 1951: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
Sessions for the City of Glass suite
- A Horn [master 9329]
- Reflections [master 9330]
- Dance before the Mirror [master 9331]
- Entrance into the City [master 9332]
- The Structures [master 9341]
Personnel
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trumpet)
- John Coppola (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Trombone)
- Stan Fletcher (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- George Price (French Horn)
- Alex Law (Concertmaster)
- Earl Cornwell (Violin)
- Danny Napolitano (Violin)
- Maurice Koukel (Violin)
- Phil Davidson (Violin)
- Seb Mercurio (Violin)
- Ben Zimberoff (Violin)
- Barton Gray (Violin)
- Dwight Muma (Violin)
- Charlie Scarle (Violin)
- Dave Smiley (Viola)
- Paul Israel (Viola)
- Aaron Shapiro (Viola)
- Gregory Bemko (Cello)
- Zachary Bock (Cello)
- Gabe Jellen (Cello)
- Abe Luboff (Bass)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Ben Webster
27 December 1951: Los Angeles, CA
- Randles Island [master 4720]
- Old Folks [master 4721]
- King's Riff [master 4722]
- You're My Thrill [master 4723]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Benny Carter (Alto Saxophone)
- Ben Webster (Tenor Saxophone)
- Gerry Wiggins (Piano)
- John Kirby (Bass)
- George Johnson (Drums)
Paul Nero
Sometime in 1952: The Lighthouse, Hermosa Beach, CA?
- Sweet Gerogia Brown [master RS400]
- Cool Canary Blues [master RS401]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Abe Most (Clarinet)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Paul Nero (Violin)
- Paul Smith (Piano)
- Tony Rizzi (Guitar)
- Stan Fletcher (Bass)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Bob Keene and His Orchestra
1952: Los Angeles, CA
- Dancing on the Ceiling [master GNP141]
- The Lady Is a Tramp [master GNP142]
- They Didn't Believe Me [master GNP143]
Personnel
- John Best (Trumpet)
- Frank Beach (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Bob Keene (Clarinet)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- Charlie Dereace (Tenor Saxophone)
- Fred Fallensby (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Dawes (Baritone Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
Stan Kenton
21 January 1952: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA
- Soliloque [master 9612]
- Lazey Dazey [master 9613]
- Tenderly [master 9618]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Clyde Reasinger (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Jerry Munson (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Dick Kenny (Trombone)
- Gerald Finch (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Dick Meldonian (French Horn)
- Herbie Steward (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bart Caldarell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Ike Carpenter
February 1952: Los Angeles, CA
- Walkin' Tune [master LA 7310]
- Sadie Thompson's Song [master LA 7311]
- Fantasy Staccato [master LA 7312]
- Tengard [master LA 7313]
Personnel
- Harry Sweets Edison (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Pinky Savitt (Trumpet)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Dave Harris (Tenor Saxophone)
- Maxwell Davis (Tenor Saxophone)
- Joe Cook (Baritone Saxophone)
- Ike Carpenter (Piano)
- Red Callender (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Ike Carpenter
February 1952: Los Angeles, CA
- Sandu
- Pachuko Hop
- MF has some nice featured moments in this proto-rock Jump Blues tune. Included in Mafia II video game soundtrack
- Aladdin 3172
- Score SLP 4010
- www.youtube.com
- It Simply Can't Be Done
- My Baby Beryl's Blues
- Crazy, Crazy
- Effie Smith (Vocals)
- Decca 28668
- Mama, He Treats Your Daughter Mean
- Effie Smith (Vocals)
- Decca 28668
- Shoo My Blues Away
- Effie Smith (Vocals)
- Decca 28687
- Ain't Nothin Nothin Baby Without You
- Effie Smith (Vocals)
- Decca 28687
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Gerald Wilson (Trumpet)
- Dick Noel (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Les Robinson (Alto Saxophone)
- Dave Harris (Alto Saxophone)
- Maxwell Davis (Tenor Saxophone)
- Joe Cook (Baritone Saxophone)
- Ike Carpenter (Piano)
- Red Callender (Bass)
- Jesse Sailes (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
25 August 1952: Los Angeles, CA
Harkins lists this as MF's second session as a leader, although he primarily serves as an accompanist to his first wife, Kay Brown, on a pair of Mercury singles.
- And So I Waited Around (arr. Pete Rugolo) [master 4931]
- Homing Pidgeon (arr. Pete Rugolo) [master 4932]
- Wow! (Shorty Rogers, arr. Shorty Rogers) [master 4933]
- Roses All the Way (arr. Pete Rugolo) [master 4934]
Personnel
- Kay Brown (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Dick Kenney (Trombone)
- Abe Most (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Frank Patchen (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
14 July 1952: New York, NY
A pair of as-yet unissued recordings
- When Your Lover Has Gone [master 20040]
- The Lady in Red [master 20041]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Dick Meldonian (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Lee Elliott (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
8-10 September 1952: Chicago, IL
- Prologue I [master 10561]
- Prologue III [master 10562]
- Prologue II [master 10830]
- Prologue IV [master 10831]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
10 September 1952: Chicago, IL
- Portrait of a Count [master 10575]
- Young Blood [master 10576]
- Frank Speaking [master 10577]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
11 September 1952: Chicago, IL
Some releases have shorter time with Konitz's solo edited out
- 23 North, 82 West [master 10578]
- Taboo [master 10579]
- Lonesome Train [master 10580]
- Kay Brown (Vocals)
- Capitol F 2250
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
- Ken Walton (Bongos)
Stan Kenton
15 September 1952: Chicago, IL
- Invention for Guitar and Trumpet [master 10581]
- My Lady [master 10582]
- Swing House [master 10583]
- Improvisation (Pt.I) [master 10584]
- You Go To My Head [master 10585]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
16 September 1952: Chicago, IL
- Improvisation (Pt.II) [master 10584]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Vido Musso
1953-1954: Unknown - probably Los Angeles
- Lullaby [master JB301]
- Roseland Boogie [master JB302]
- Sing, Sing, Sing, Pt. 1 [master JB303]
- Sing, Sing, Sing, Pt. 2 [master JB304]
- Back Street Boogie
- Jersey Bounce
- Movin' On
- Emaline
- Rockin' Time
- Vido's Boogie
- Sherry Pink
- Rollin‘
- Russian Lullaby
- Rock House Blues
Personnel
- Chico Alvarez (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Vido Musso (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willard McDaniel (Piano)
- John Miles (Bass)
- Bobby White (Drums)
- Jackie Mills (Drums)
Stan Kenton
22 September 1952: Los Angeles, CA
- Hush—a-Bye [master 11044]
- Harlem Nocturne [master 11059]
- I Gotta Right To Sing the Blues [master 11060]
- Frank Rosolino (Vocals)
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
28 September 1952: Los Angeles, CA
- There's A Small Hotel [master 11075]
- Sophisticated Lady [master 11076]
- Over the Rainbow [master 11077]
- Stella by Starlight [master 11078]
- Pennies from Heaven [master 11079]
- Lover Man [master 11080]
- Bags [master 11081]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- Geroge Roberts (Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
30 January 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Shadow Waltz [master 11085]
- Fascinatin' Rhythm [master 11090]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
30 January 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Baa-too—kee [master 11086]
- Begin the Beguine [master 11089]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
- Laurindo Almeida (Percussion)
- Nestor Amaral (Percussion)
- Raphael Lemos (Percussion)
- Ajuiso Ferreira (Percussion)
Stan Kenton
11 February 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- A Trumpet [master 11111]
- And the Bull Walked Around [master 11115]
- Jeepers Creepers [master 11116]
- If I Should Lose You [master 11120]
- Chris Connor (Vocals)
- Creative World ST 1066
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
11 February 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- An Orchestra
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Dennis (Trumpet)
- Ruben McFall (Trumpet)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Lloyd Otto (French Horn)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Bill Russo (Trombone)
- Keith Moon (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Lee Konitz (Alto Saxophone)
- Vinnie Dean (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gioga (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Howard Rumsey
21 February 1953: Los Angeles, CA
Harkins (pp 64) does not believe MF plays on Viva Zapata
- Four Others
- Viva Zapata No.2
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Dick Taylor (Trombone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone)
- Frank Patchen (Piano)
- Howard Rumsey (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Vivian Garry (Vocals)
Shorty Rogers
26 March 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Coop De Graas [master E3VB0059]
- Infinity Promenade [master E3VB0060]
- Short Stop [master E3VB0061]
- Boar Jibu [master E3VB0062]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Tom Reeves (Trumpet)
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Baritone Saxophone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Shorty Rogers
2 April 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Contours [master E3VB0064]
- Tale of an African Lobster [master E3VB0065]
- Chiquito Loco [master E3VBO066]
- The Sweetheart of Sigmund Freud [master E3VB0067]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Tom Reeves (Trumpet)
- John Howell (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Gene Englund (Tuba)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Baritone Saxophone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Shorty Rogers
14 July 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Blues for Brando [master E3VB0147]
- Chino [master E3VB0148]
- The Wild One [master E3VB0149]
- Windswept [master E3VB0150]
Personnel
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Tom Reeves (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Enevoldsen (Trombone)
- Jimmy Knepper (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Perkins (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Baritone Saxophone)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
June Christy
14 August 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Not I [master 11693]
- Whee Baby [master 11698]
- Why Do You Have To Go Home [master 11699]
- You're Making Me Crazy [master 11700]
- Something Cool [master 11706]
Personnel
- June Christy (Vocals)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Zito (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Gus Biviona (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Jeff Clarkson (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Frank Carlson (Drums)
Louis Bellson
September 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Caxton Hall Swing [master 1250]
- For Europeans Only [master 1251]
- Phlanges [master 1252]
- Feature for MF
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Verve MGV 8137
- Skin Deep [master 1253]
Personnel
- Harry Sweets Edison (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Hoyt Bohannon (Trombone)
- Herb Harper (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Benny Carter (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Smith (Alto Saxophone)
- Wardell Gray (Tenor Saxophone)
- Burns Meyers (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Lawson (Baritone Saxophone)
- Jimmy Rowles (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- John Simmons (Bass)
- Louis Bellson (Drums)
Leith Stevens
2 October 1953: Los Angeles, CA
- Beetle [master DLA 7396]
- Chino [master DLA 7397]
- Scramble [master DLA 7398]
- The Wild One [master DLA 7399]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone and Clarinet)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Carson Smith (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Red Garters (film)
1953: Hollywood, CA
- Red Garters
- A Dime and a Dollar
- Brave Man
- This Is Greater Than I Thought
- Good Intentions
- Meet a Happy Guy
- Bad News
- Man and Woman
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Joseph J. Lilley (Conductor)
- Rosemary Clooney (Vocals)
- Guy Mitchell (Vocals)
- Joanne Gilbert (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
White Christmas (film)
1953:
- Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep
- The Old Man
- Sisters
- The Best Things Happen While You're Dancing
- Snow
- Mandy
- Blue Skies
- Choreography
- Gee, I Wish I Was Back in the Army
- Love, You Didn't Do Right By Me
- What Can You Do With a General
- White Christmas
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Conductor (Joseph J. Lilley)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Danny Kaye (Vocals)
- Peggy Lee (Vocals)
- Trudy Stevens (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Wild One (film)
1953:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Living It Up (film)
1953:
- Money Burns a Hole in My Pocket
- Ev'ry Streets a Boulevard in New York
- Champagne and Wedding Cake
- How Do You Speak To An Angel?
- That's What I Like
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Walter Scharf (Conductor)
- Dean Martin (Vocals)
- Jerry Lewis (Vocals)
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Knock on Wood (film)
1953:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Danny Kaye (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Rear Window (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Run For Cover (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Lucy Gallant (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Love Is a Weapon (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Girl Rush (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Sabrina Fair (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Secret of the Inca (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Vagabond King (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
We're No Angels (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Three Ring Circuis (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Seven Little Foys (film)
1954:
- I'm the Greatest Father of Them All
- Chinatown, My Chinatown
- I'm Tired
- Nobody
- Row, Row, Row
- Ballet
- The Yankee Doodle Boy
- Mary's a Grand Old Name
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Joseph J. Lilley (Conductor)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Court Jester (film)
1954 (opened 27 January 1956): Hollywood, CA
- Overture
- Life Could Never Be (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- Outfox the Fox (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- I'll Take You Dreaming (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- My Heart Knows A Lovely Song (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- I Live to Love (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- Willow, Willow Waley (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- Pass the Basket (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- The Maladjusted Jester (Sylvia Fine)
- Where Walks My True Love (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
- Life Could Not Better Be (Sammy Cahn; Sylvia Fine)
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Vic Schoen (Arranger and Conductor)
- Danny Kaye (Vocals)
The Country Girl (film)
1954:
- Dissertation on the State of Bliss (Love and Learn Blues) (Harold Arlen; Ira Gershwin)
- Jacqueline Fontaine (Vocals)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Decca ED 2186
- The Pitchman / It's Mine, It's Yours (Harold Arlen; Ira Gershwin)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Decca ED 2186
- The Land Around Us (Harold Arlen; Ira Gershwin)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Decca ED 2186
- The Search Is Through (Harold Arlen; Ira Gershwin)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Decca ED 2186
- Louise (Richard A. Whiting; Leo Robin)
Personnel
- Joseph J. Lilley (Conductor)
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Air Command (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Two Captains West (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Big Top (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
About Mrs. Leslie (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Conquest of Space (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Bridges of Toko-Ri (film)
1954:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
June Christy
18-19 January 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Lonely House [master 12259]
- I Should Care [master 12260]
- It Could Happen To you [master 12261]
- The First Thing You Know [master 12262]
- Stranger Called the Blues [master 12263]
- I'll Take Romance [master 12264]
Personnel
- June Christy (Vocals)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Zito (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Shorty Rogers
2 February 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Topsy [master E4VB3021]
- Basie Eyes [master E4VB3023]
- It's Sand Man [master E4VB3024]
- Doggin' Around [master E4VB3025]
Personnel
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Harry Edison (Trumpet)
- Clyde Reasinger (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Enevoldsen (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Zoot Sims (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
8 February 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- That Old Black Magic [master HCO10756]
- Laura [master HCO10757]
- Early Stan [master HCO10758]
- Come Back Little Rocket [master HC010759]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Haliburton (Trumbone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Fred Fox (French Horn)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Harry Babsin (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Bernie Mattison (Percussion)
Shorty Rogers
9 February 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Jump for Me [master E4VB3026]
- Over and Out [master E4VB3027]
- Down for Double [master E4VB3028]
- Swingin' the Blues [master E4VB3029]
Personnel
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Harry Edison (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Enevoldsen (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
19 February 1954: Los Angeles, CA
Marathon first session for MF's first album as a leader, Dimensions. A set of cleverly-orchestrated septet arrangements that presage the small-big-band format he would return to throughout his career. Willie Maiden arranger on some cuts.
- Maiden Voyage [master 10332]
- Thou Swell [master 10333]
- The Way You Look Tonight [master 10334]
- All God's Chillun' Got Rhythm [master 10335]
- Willie Nillie [master 10336]
- Hymn to Her [master 10337]
- Lonely Town (Leonard Bernstein; Betty Comden; Adolph Green) [master 10338]
- Over The Rainbow [master 10338]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone / Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone / Oboe)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone / Bass Clarinet)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
22 February 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- You Stepped Out of a Dream [master HC010775]
- California Melodies [master HC010776]
- Bazaar [master HC010777]
- 360 Special [master HCO10778]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Haliburton (Trumbone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Fred Fox (French Horn)
- Joe Egar (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Harry Babsin (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Bernie Mattison (Percussion)
Maynard Ferguson
22 February 1954: Los Angeles, CA
Session for Hollywood Party album. Willie Maiden arranger?
- Somebody Loves Me [master 10340]
- Night Letter [master 10343]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone / Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone / Oboe)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone / Bass Clarinet)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
23 February 1954: Los Angeles, CA
Session for Jam Session album
- Air Conditioned [master 10341]
- Our Love is Here To Stay [master 10342]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Milt Berhnart (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- John Simmons (Bass)
- Max Roach (Drums)
Shorty Rogers
3 March 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- H and J [master E4VB1052]
- Tickle Toe [master E4VB1053]
- Taps Miller [master E4VB1054]
- Walk, Don't Run [master E4VB1055]
Personnel
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Harry Edison (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Enevoldsen (Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Zoot Sims (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Baritone Saxophone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
31 March 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Alone Too Long (Arthur Schwartz; Dorothy Fields, arr. Stan Kenton) [master 12419]
- Don't Take Your Love from Me [master 12420]
- The Lady in Red [master 12421]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Stan Fletcher (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Laurindo Almeida (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Stan Kenton
1 April 1954: Los Angeles, CA
Harkins (pp 46) says this recording may be from the 3/31/1954 session, but the out-of-sequence master number calls that into question
- More Love Than Your Love [master 12508]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Stan Fletcher (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Bud Shank
3 April 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Mobile [master 602]
- Baby's Birthday Party [master 603]
- You Don't Know What Love Is [master 604]
- Sing Something Simple [master 605]
Personnel
- Bob Enevoldsen (Valve Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Stu Williamson (Valve Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Prez Prado
9 April 1954: Los Angeles?
- Voodoo Suite
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Unknown (Big Band)
- Shorty Rogers (Srranger)
Pete Rugolo
28 April 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- The Lombardo Ending [master HC010876]
- Manana [master HC010877]
- Good Evening Friends Boogie [master HCO10878]
- King Porter Stomp [master HC010879]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trumbone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Fred Fox (French Horn)
- Bill Hinshaw (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Harry Babsin (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Bernie Mattison (Percussion)
Pete Rugolo
29 April 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree [master HC010872]
- Jingle Bells Mambo [master HCO10873]
- Poinciana [master HC010874]
- My Funny Valentine [master HC010875]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trumbone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- Sinclair Lott (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Harry Babsin (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Bernie Mattison (Percussion)
Stan Kenton
6 May 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Suddenly [master 12625]
- Skoot [master 12626]
- Under a Blanket of Blue [master 12629]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trombone)
- Joe Howard (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Stan Fletcher (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Ronny Lang (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Joe Gibbons (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
10 May 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Rugolo Meets Shearing [master HCO10907]
- Mixing the Blues [master HC010908]
- 4:20 A.M. [master HCO10909]
- Latin Nocturne [master HC010910]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trumbone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Sinclair Lott (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Harry Babsin (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Bernie Mattison (Percussion)
Billy May
26 May 1954: Los Angeles, CA
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Uan Rasey (Trumpet)
- Ed Kusby (Trombone)
- Murray McEachern (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Fred Falensby (Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Saxophone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Saxophone)
- Paul Smith (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Mike Pacheco (Percussion)
- Joe Guerrero (Percussion)
- Frank Guerrero (Percussion)
- Ivan Lopez (Percussion)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
21 June 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- There Will Never Be Another You [master HCO10945]
- Conversation (The Shrike) [master HC010946]
- You Are Too Beautiful [master HC010947]
- Here's Pete [master HC010948]
- Shave and Haircut [master HC010949]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trumbone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Sinclair Lott (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Harry Babsin (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Bernie Mattison (Percussion)
Bud Shank
22 June 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Valve in Head [master 1632]
- Cool Fool [master 1633]
- Little Girl Blue [master 1634]
- Wailing Vessel [master 1635]
- Wailing Vessel (alternate take) [master 1635]
Personnel
- Bob Enevoldsen (Valve Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Stu Williamson (Valve Trombone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
8 July 1954: Los Angeles, CA
- Sidewalk of New York Mambo [master HC010981]
- Manhatten Mambo [master HC010982]
- Sambana [master HC0l0983]
- The Night Before Christmas [master HC010984]
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Micky Mangana (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- John Halliburton (Trumbone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Bass Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Ralph Hensel (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Harry Babsin (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Joe Guerro (Percussion)
Maynard Ferguson
14 August 1954:
- What Is This Thing Called Love [master 10900]
- Move [master 10903]
- Darn That Dream [master 10904]
- It Might As Well Be Spring [master 10906]
- Don't Worry 'bout Me [master 10907]
- Bess You is My Woman Now [master 10909]
- My Funny Valentine
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Clark Terry (Trumpet)
- Clifford Brown (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Harold Land (Tenor Saxophone)
- Richie Powell (Piano)
- Junior Mance (Piano)
- Keeter Betts (Bass)
- George Morrow (Bass)
- Max Roach (Drums)
Dinah Washington
14 August 1954: Los Angeles, LA
- Lover Come Back To Me (Sigmund Romberg; Oscar Hammerstein II) [master 10907]
- Alone Together/Summertime/Come Rain or Come Shine [master 10908]
Personnel
- Clifford Brown (Trumpet)
- Clark Terry (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Harold Land (Tenor Saxophone)
- Junior Mance (Piano)
- Keeter Betts (Bass)
- Max Roach (Drums)
Charlie Barnet
29 November 1954: Hollywood, CA
MF rejoins his old boss for some recordings with the regular crowd of LA studio musicians
- Lullaby of Birdlannd (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 4594]
- By the Waters of the Minnetonka (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 4595]
- Commanche War Dance (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 4596]
Personnel
- John (McLanian) Best (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Charlie Barnet (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Smith (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Fred Falensby (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Dawes (Baritone Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Harrington (Piano)
- Tony Rizzi (Guitar)
- Sam Chieftz (Bass)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
Charlie Barnet
December 1954: Hollywood, CA
- Bluehound Bus Greys (Wahoo's Lament) (arr. Billy May)
- Things Ain't What They Used to Be (arr. Billy May)
- Who's Your Hoosier (Indiana) (arr. Billy May)
- Argo (arr. Billy May)
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Carlton McBeath (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Charlie Barnet (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Smith (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Fred Falensby (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Dawes (Baritone Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Harrington (Piano)
- Tony Rizzi (Guitar)
- Sam Chieftz (Bass)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
Charlie Barnet
9 December 1954: Hollywood, CA
- Wahoo's Lament (B.B.G.) (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5227]
- Indian Love Call (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5228]
- Iroquois (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5229]
- Cherokee (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5230]
- Indian Summer (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5231]
Personnel
- John (McLanian) Best (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Dick Nash (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Charlie Barnet (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Smith (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Fred Falensby (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Dawes (Baritone Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Harrington (Piano)
- Tony Rizzi (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
Charlie Barnet
20 December 1954: Hollywood, CA
- Pale Moon (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5248]
- From the Land of the Sky Blue Waters (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5249]
- Seminole (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5250]
- Along the Santa Fe Trail (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5251]
- Redskin Mambo (arr. Billy May) [master E4VB 5252]
Personnel
- John (McLanian) Best (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Charlie Barnet (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Smith (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Fred Falensby (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Dawes (Baritone Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Harrington (Piano)
- Tony Rizzi (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
- Jack Costanzo (Bongos)
Elmer Bernstein
Uncertain dates in mid 1950s: Los Angeles, CA
- Blues at Five (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Jubilation (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Exotica (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- The Poor People of Brazil (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Central Park - 4AM (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Wild and Crazy (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Hop, Skip, But Jump (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Smooth (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Lament in Five (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Just a Little Jazz (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Nightcap (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
- Return of the Man (arr. Elmer Bernstein)
Personnel
- Elmer Bernstein (Conductor)
- Bobby Helfer (Conductor)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Lloyd Ulyate (Trombone)
- Marshall Cram (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Joe Howard (Trombone)
- Philip Sobel (Alto Saxophone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Dave Pell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Ernest Hughs (Piano)
- Andre Previn (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Vito Mumolo (Guitar)
- Jack Marshall (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Artists and Models (film)
1955:
- Innamorata
- The Lucky Song
- You Look So Familiar
- When You Pretend
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Dick Stabile (Conductor)
- Dean Martin (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Scarlet Hour (film)
1955 (opened April 1956): Hollywood, CA
- Never Let Me Go (Jay Livingston; Ray Evans)
- Nat King Cole (Vocals)
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Mambo (film)
1955: Hollywood, CA?
Harkins lists this as a film, but there is no entry for it in IMDB. Mambo was particularly fashionable that year so there are a number of television series episodes with that title, but it is unclear which, if any, of those Harkins is referencing.
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Lady Eve (film)
1955: Hollywood, CA
This is another curious entry from Harkins (pp 67a) since the only IMDB listing is for a film from 1941 when MF was still in high school
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Desperate Hours (film)
1955 (opened February 1956): Hollywood, CA
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Anything Goes (film)
1955 (opened April 1956): Hollywood, CA
- Ya Gotta Give the People Hoke (Sammy Cahn; Jimmy van Heusen)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Donald O'Connor (Vocals)
- Anything Goes (Cole Porter)
- Mitzi Gaynor (Vocals)
- I Get a Kick Out of You (Cole Porter)
- You're the Top (Cole Porter)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Mitzi Gaynor (Vocals)
- Dream Ballet (Cole Porter)
- It's De-Lovely (Cole Porter)
- Mitzi Gaynor (Vocals)
- Donald O'Connor (Vocals)
- All Through the Night (Cole Porter)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- A Second Hand Turban and a Crystal Ball (Sammy Cahn; Jimmy van Heusen)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Donald O'Connor (Vocals)
- You Can Bounce Right Back (Sammy Cahn; Jimmy van Heusen)
- Donald O'Connor (Vocals)
- Blow, Gabriel, Blow (Cole Porter)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Mitzi Gaynor (Vocals)
- Donald O'Connor (Vocals)
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Birds and the Bees (film)
1955: Hollywood, CA
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Russ Garcia
1955?: Los Angeles, CA?
- Music City
- Fish Tail
- Smoggy Day
- L.A. River
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Man Who Knew Too Much (film)
1955: Hollywood, CA
Harkins mentions this soundtrack (pp 69) but MF likely does not play on the single of the hit song from the film
- Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera) (Jay Livingston; Ray Evans)
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Doris Day (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Proud and Profane (film)
1955: Hollywood, CA
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
That Certain Feeling (film)
1955? (film opened in July 1956): Hollywood, CA
Harkins lists MF on the soundtrack. The title is from a 1925 George and Ira Gershwin tune that Bailey performs during the opening credits and that Hope reprises later on. There was a commercial recording of that tune by Pearl Bailey and (husband) Louis Bellson, but MF probably did not play on that recording.
- That Certain Feeling (George Gershwin; Ira Gershwin)
- Pearl Bailey (Vocals)
- That Certain Feeling (George Gershwin; Ira Gershwin)
- Bob Hope (Vocals)
- Zing Went the Strings of My Heart (James F. Hanley)
- Pearl Bailey (Vocals)
- Hit the Road to Dreamland
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Rose Tattoo (film)
1955:
- Serafina
- Floozie
- Lament
- Com e Strano
- Thorn of the Rose
- Arrivederci
- Amami, Caro
- Caprice
- Rosario
- Lothario
- Gioconda
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Conductor (Alex North)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
To Catch a Thief (film)
1955:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Road to Bali (film)
1955:
- The Road To Bali
- To See You
- Chicago Style
- Merry-Go-Run-Around
- Moonflowers
- Hoot Mon
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Sonny Burke (Conductor)
- Axel Stordahl (Conductor)
- Joe Lilly (Conductor)
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Bob Hope (Vocals)
- Peggy Lee (Vocals)
- The Mellomen (Vocals)
- The Rhythmaires (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Oreste Short (film)
1955:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Pardners (film)
1955:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Stan Kenton
25 January 2014: Los Angeles, CA
- Malaguena [master 13525]
- Dark Eyes [master 13526]
- A-Ting A-Ling [master 13527]
Personnel
- Bob Clark (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Kent Larsen (Trombone)
- Frank Strong (Trombone)
- Norman Bartold (Trombone)
- Lennie Niehaus (Alto Saxophone)
- Charlie Mariano (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Max Bennett (Bass)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
- Jack Costanzo (Percussion)
- Joe Chico Guerrero (Percussion)
- Rene Touzet (Percussion)
- Ann Richards (Vocals)
Pete Rugolo
11 February 1955: Los Angeles, CA
- Little White Lies [master HCO33362]
- Bobbin‘ with Bob [master HC033363]
- Quiet Village [master HC033364]
- Bongo Dance [master HC033365]
- Intermezzo [master HC033366]
- Montevideo [master HCO33367]
- In a Sentimental Mood [master HC033368]
- Me Next [master HC033369]
- When You're Smiling [master HC033370]
- I've Had My Moments [master HC033371]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Uan Rasey (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Tenor and Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Bernie Mattison (Percussion)
- Jack Costanzo (Percussion)
Milt Bernhart
4 March 1955: Los Angeles, CA
First of three sessions for the album (Harkins 1976, 10).
- The Horns [master E2JB1821]
- Lavander [master E2JB1822]
- What Is There To Say [master E2JB1823]
- Tangerine [master E2JB1824]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Euphonium)
- Ray Siegel (Tuba)
- Jack Marshall (Guitar)
- Red Mitchell (Bass)
- Irv Kluger (Drums)
Milt Bernhart
6 March 1955: Los Angeles, CA
- Save Your Chops [master E2JB1833]
- Lullaby of Birdland [master E2JB1834]
- London in July [master E2JB1835]
- Amour Flamenco [master E2JB1836]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Euphonium)
- Ray Siegel (Tuba)
- Jack Marshall (Guitar)
- Red Mitchell (Bass)
- Irv Kluger (Drums)
Milt Bernhart
8 March 1955: Los Angeles, CA
- It's All Right With Me [master E2JB1860]
- Hill Sides [master E2JB1861]
- Looking For a Boy [master E2JB1862]
- Hurray For Hollywod [master E2JB1863]
- Southern Comfort [master E2JB1864]
Personnel
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Euphonium)
- Paul Saramento (Tuba)
- Jack Marshall (Guitar)
- Red Mitchell (Bass)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
25 April 1955: Los Angeles, CA
Session for Octet album
- Finger Snappin' [master 11532]
- Autumn Leaves [master 11533]
- My New Flame
- Twenty Rue Madrid
- Interspace
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Milt Berhnart (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Ian Bernard (Piano)
- Red Callender (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
27 April 1955: Los Angeles, CA
Session for Octet album
- What Was Her Name?
- Super G
- Yeah
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Milt Berhnart (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Ian Bernard (Piano)
- Red Callender (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Jack Millman
18 May 1955: Los Angeles, CA
- Ballad for Jeannie [master 18412]
Personnel
- Jack Millman (Flugelhorn)
- Maynard Ferguson (Tiger Brown) (Valve Trombone)
- Buddy Collette (Alto Saxophone)
- Jack Montrose (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Gerald Wiggins (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Curtis Counce (Bass)
- Chico Hamilton (Drums)
Jack Millman
18 May 1955: Los Angeles, CA
- Bambi [master 18413]
Personnel
- Jack Millman (Flugelhorn)
- Maynard Ferguson (Tiger Brown) (Valve Trombone)
- Buddy Collette (Alto Saxophone)
- Jack Montrose (Tenor Saxophone)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Chico Hamilton (Drums)
- Frank Flynn (Vibrophone)
Maynard Ferguson
26-27 August 1955: Los Angeles, CA
- Breakfast Dance [master 12016]
- Slow Stroll [master 12017]
- Wonder Why? (Nicholas Brodsky) [master 12018]
- Egad Martha [master 12019]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Milt Berhnart (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Nino Tempo (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Gordon (Baritone Saxophone)
- Ian Bernard (Piano)
- Red Mitchellr (Bass)
- Gary Frommer (Drums)
Georgie Auld
29 September 1955: Los Angeles, CA
First of three sessions for the album (Harkins 1976, 1).
- They Can't Take That Away From Me [master 12063]
- My Blue Heaven [master 12064]
- If I Loved You [master 12064]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Georgie Auld
7 November 1955: Los Angeles, CA
(Harkins 1976, 1)
- Dinah [master 12374]
- For You [master 12375]
- Tippin' In [master 12376]
- Until the Real Thing Comes Along [master 12377]
- In the Land of Hi-Fi [master 12378]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
7 November 1955: Los Angeles, CA
First session for the Around the Horn album. Bill Holman, arranger?
- The Roamin' Showman [master 12370]
- Open Sesame [master 12371]
- C'est La Blues (Bill Holman) [master 12372]
- Wildman [master 12373]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Baritone Saxophone)
- Lorraine Geller (Piano)
- Ray Brown (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
10 November 1955: Los Angeles, CA
Bill Holman, arranger?
- Dancing Nitely (Bill Holman) [master 12387]
- Ain't Life Grand (Bill Holman) [master 12388]
- Idyll [master 12389]
- Well Hardly Ever [master 12390]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Baritone Saxophone)
- Lorraine Geller (Piano)
- Ray Brown (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
Dinah Washington
11 November 1955: Los Angeles, CA
Personnel uncertain (Harkins pp 72)
- There'll be Some Changes Made [master 12401]
- I Could Have Told You [master 12402]
- More Than You Know [master 12403]
- Make Me a Present of You [master 12404]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tom Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Wynton Kelly (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Keeter Betts (Bass)
- Jimy Cobb (Drums)
Georgie Auld
11 November 1955: Los Angeles, CA
(Harkins 1976, 1)
- I May Be Wrong [master 12405]
- Love is Just Around the Corner [master 12406]
- Sunday Kind of Love [master 12407]
- Swingin' in Moore Park [master 12408]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Dinah Washington
12 November 1955: Los Angeles, CA
Personnel uncertain (Harkins pp 72)
- Ill Wind [master 12417]
- Willow Weep for Me [master 12418]
- All of Me [master 12419]
- Accent on Youth [master 12420]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tom Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Wynton Kelly (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Keeter Betts (Bass)
- Jimy Cobb (Drums)
Russ Garcia
14 November 1955: Hollywood, CA
MF as section trombonist
- I'll Never Forget What's Her Name (Russ Garcia)
- But Beautiful (Johnny Burke; Jimmy van Heusen, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Dancing on the Ceiling (Richard Rodgers; Lorenz Hart, arr. Russ Garcia)
- The Boy Next Door (Hugh Martin; Ralph Blane, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Just One of those Things (Cole Porter, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Zigeuner (Noel Coward, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Limehouse Blues (Philip Braham; Douglas Furber, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Lush Life (Billy Strayhorn, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Lover Come Back To Me (Sigmund Romberg; Oscar Hammerstein II, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Ramona (L. Wolfe Gilbert; Mabel Wayne, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Someone to Watch Over Me (George Gershwin; Ira Gershwin)
- What Is This Thing Called Love? (Cole Porter, arr. Russ Garcia)
Personnel
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Red Mitchell (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
The Leather Sain (film)
1956:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Blackboard Jungle (film)
1956:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Beau James (film)
1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Manhatten Main Title
- Campaign Routine
- Manhatten Night Club Scene
- Greenwich Village After Hours
- Someone to Watch Over Me
- December in Central Park
- When We're Alone
- His Honor, The Mayor of New York
- Sidewalks of New York
- Manhatten End Title
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Joseph Lilley (Conductor)
- Bob Hope (Vocals)
- Vera Miles (Vocals)
- Jimmy Durante (Vocals)
- The Skylarks (Vocals)
- Walter Winchell (Narrator)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Delicate Delinquent (film)
1956:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Funny Face (film)
1956:
- Overture - Funny Face
- S'Wonderful
- Think Pink
- How Long Has This Been Going On
- Instrumental Reprise
- Funny Fase
- Bonjour, Paris!
- Clap Yo Hands
- He Loves and She Loves
- Instrumental Reprise - Bonjour Paris
- On How To Be Lovely
- Basal Metabolism
- Let's Kiss and Make Up
- S'Wonderful
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Adolph Deutsch (Conductor)
- Fred Astaire (Vocals)
- Kay Thompson (Vocals)
- Audrey Hepburn (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Ten Commandments (film)
1956:
- Prelude
- In the Bulrushes
- The Bitter Life
- Love and Ambition
- The Hard Bondage
- Egyptian Dance
- The Crucible of God
- And Moses Watered Jethro's Flock
- Bedouin Dance
- I Am That I Am
- Overture
- Thus Says the Lord
- The Plagues
- The Exodus
- The Pillar of Fire
- The Red Sea
- The Ten Commandments
- Go, Proclaim Liberty!
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Elmer Bernstein (Composer and Conductor)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Mountain (film)
1956:
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
Prez Prado
1956 or 1957?: Hollywood
- Perfidia
- Lamento Gitano
- Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps
- Green Eyes
- Sway
- Come Closer To Me
- Frenesi
- You Belong To My Heart
- Estrellita
- Tabu
- Always in My Heart
- Adios
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Unknown (Big Band)
Axidentals
Uncertain date in 1956: Los Angeles, CA
MF in the studio band behind an excellent (and, unfortunately, largely forgotten) mixed close-harmony quartet with a sound similar to the Hi-Los (Harkins 1976, 3). Milt Chapman joined in the Hi-Los 1965-1967.
- I Lead a Charmed Life
- Rock-a-Bye Your Baby with a Dixie Melody
- Love is Sweeping the Country
Personnel
- Ann Winters (Vocals)
- Bob Summers (Vocals)
- Milt Chapman (Vocals)
- Sandy Rogers (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Lloyd Ulyate (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Steve Atkin (Piano)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
Axidentals
Uncertain date in 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- I Can't Give You Anything but Love
- I Can't Believe That You're in Love with Me
- Look For The Silver Lining
- For Me and My Gal
- What a Difference a Day Made
Personnel
- Ann Winters (Vocals)
- Bob Summers (Vocals)
- Milt Chapman (Vocals)
- Sandy Rogers (Vocals)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Ramon Rivera (Bongos)
- Steve Atkin (Piano)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Stan Kenton
11 February 1956: Goldwyn Studios, Hollywood, CA
MF reunites with a number of other Kenton alums to re-record updated arrangements of some of Kenton's greatest hits for the Kenton in Hi-Fi album. Lee's (1980, 215) bio of Kenton gives no indication of why Kenton replaced most of his working band with studio musicians for these sessions, although the difference is audible in comparison to Kenton's other recordings of the period, and the subsequent long-lasting popularity of the Hi-Fi recordings certainly validates the choice. Unfortunately, hi-fi didn't mean stereo in 1956 and only a handful of alternate takes apparently exist in stereo.
- Painted Rhythm [master 15037]
- Artistry in Boogie [master 15038]
- Southern Scandal [master 15039]
- Minor Riff [master 15040]
- Collaboration [master 15041]
Personnel
- Ed Leddy (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Sam Noto (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Carl Fontana (Trombone)
- Kent Larsen (Trombone)
- Don Kelly (Trombone)
- Lennie Niehaus (Alto Saxophone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Perkins (Tenor and Alto Saxophones)
- Vido Musso (Tenor Saxophone)
- Spencer Sinatra (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jack Nimitz (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
Stan Kenton
12 February 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Intermission Riff [master 15042]
- Peanut Vendor [master 15043]
- Unison Riff [master 15044]
- Eager Beaver [master 15045]
- Lover [master 15046]
- Artistry Jumps [master 10547]
- Concerto to End All Concertos [master 15048]
Personnel
- Ed Leddy (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Vinnie Tanno (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Carl Fontana (Trombone)
- Kent Larsen (Trombone)
- Don Kelly (Trombone)
- Lennie Niehaus (Alto Saxophone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Perkins (Tenor and Alto Saxophones)
- Vido Musso (Tenor Saxophone)
- Spencer Sinatra (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jack Nimitz (Baritone Saxophone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
- Chico Guerrero (Percussion)
Stan Kenton
12 February 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Interlude [master 15049]
Personnel
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Carl Fontana (Trombone)
- Kent Larsen (Trombone)
- Don Kelly (Trombone)
- Stan Kenton (Piano)
- Ralph Blaze (Guitar)
- Don Bagley (Bass)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
Georgie Auld
10 April 1956: Los Angeles, CA
Personnel is uncertain (Harkins 1976, 1)
- Margie [master 12612]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Georgie Auld
12 April 1956: Los Angeles, CA
First of three sessons for . Personnel is uncertain (Harkins 1976, 1)
- Frankie and Johnny
- You Are My Sunshine
- Too Marvelous for Words
- Got a Date with an Angel
- Old Rockin' Chair
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
7 May 1956: Los Angeles, CA
Bill Holman, arranger?
- Dream Boat [master 12926]
- Never You Mind [master 12927]
- Miss Pitlack Regrets (Bill Holman) [master 12928]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Baritone Saxophone)
- Lorraine Geller (Piano)
- Buddy Clark (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
Georgie Auld
12 May 1956: Los Angeles, CA
Personnel is uncertain (Harkins 1976, 1)
- Prisoner's Song [master 12930]
- Blue Lou [master 12931]
- Sweet Sue [master 12932]
- I Get a Kick Out of You [master 12933]
- Laura [master 12934]
- Sweet Lorraine [master 12935]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Georgie Auld
Sometime in 1956: Los Angeles, CA
Personnel and date are uncertain (Harkins 1976, 2)
- Back Home in Indiana
- Rosetta
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Manny Klein (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Si Zentner (Trombone)
- Skeets Herfurt (Alto Saxophone)
- Willie Schwartz (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Babe Russin (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Arnold Ross (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Joe Comfort (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Cottler (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
12 May 1956: Los Angeles, CA
Bill Holman, arranger?
- Pork Pie [master 12947]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet / Valve Trombone)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Georgie Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Baritone Saxophone)
- Lorraine Geller (Piano)
- Buddy Clark (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
June Christy
23 May 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- You Took Advantage of Me [master 15239]
- Intrigue [master 15240]
Personnel
- June Christy (Vocals)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Harry Betts (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Benny Aranor (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
- Larry Bunker (Percussion)
Francis Faye
6 June 1956: Hollywood, CA
MF in the trombone section behind a throaty-voiced cabaret singer best remembered now (if at all) for her bisexuality.
- Toreador (arr. Russ Garcia)
- They Can't Take That Away From Me (George Gershwin; Ira Gershwin, arr. Russ Garcia)
- He's Funny That Way (arr. Russ Garcia)
- I've Got You Under My Skin (Cole Porter, arr. Russ Garcia)
- All of a Sudden My Heart Sings (arr. Russ Garcia)
- Somebody Loves Me (arr. Russ Garcia)
- September in the Rain (arr. Russ Garcia)
- These Foolish Things (arr. Russ Garcia)
- Love For Sale (Cole Porter, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Medley (Little Girl Blue / Where or When / Embraceable You / Exactly Like You / I Don't Know Why / My Funny Valentine / Bewitched) (arr. Russ Garcia)
- Clear Out of This World (arr. Russ Garcia)
Personnel
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Jerry Wiggins (Piano)
- Red Mitchell (Bass)
- Chico Hamilton (Drums)
- Francis Faye (Vocals)
- Russ Garcia (Conductor)
Bing Crosby with Buddy Bregman
June 1956: Los Angeles, CA
Sessions for the Bing Sings Whilst Buddy Swings album. Pleasant collection although Crosby is no Sinatra and Buddy is no Nelson. Notable for the inclusion of some rarely-peformed Rodgers and Hart tunes. Harkins does not include this session but MF is included in liner notes in CD releases.
- The Song Is You (Jerome Kern; Oscar Hammerstein II, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- Mountain Greenery (Richard Rodgers; Lorenz Hart, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- Cheek to Cheek (Irving Berlin, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- 'Deed I Do (Walter Hirsch; Fred Rose, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- Heat Wave (Irving Berlin, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- The Blue Room (Richard Rodgers; Lorenz Hart, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- Have You Met Miss Jones? (Richard Rodgers; Lorenz Hart, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- I've Got Five Dollars (Richard Rodgers; Lorenz Hart, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- They All Laughed (George Gershwin; Ira Gershwin, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- Nice Work If You Can Get It (George Gershwin; Ira Gershwin, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- September in the Rain (Harry Warren; Al Dubin, arr. Buddy Bregman)
- Jeepers Creepers (Harry Warren; Johnny Mercer, arr. Buddy Bregman)
Personnel
- Bing Crosby (Vocals)
- Buddy Bregman (Conductor)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Harry Sweets Edison (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Francis Howard (Trombone)
- Lloyd Ulyate (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- Ted Nash (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Paul Smith (Piano)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
- Allan Emig (Engineer)
- Norman Granz (Producer)
- Bryan Koniarz (Producer)
Shorty Rogers
5 July 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Pay the Piper [master G2JB4752]
- At Home with Sweets [master G2JB4753]
- Pink Squirrel [master G2JB4754]
- Blues Express (That's Right) [master G2JB4755]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Harry Edison (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bob Enevoldsen (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Paul Sarmento (Tuba)
- Charlie Mariano (Alto Saxophone)
- Art Pepper (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jack Montrose (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Lou Levy (Piano)
- Ralph Pena (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
9 July 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Later Team (Pete Rugolo) [master 13626]
- Dream of You (Sy Oliver)
- Once In a While
- Fawncy Meeting You Here (Neal Hefti) [master 13629]
Personnel
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- Clarence Karella (Tuba)
- Ronald Langinger (Alto Saxophone)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone, Flute and Piccolo)
- Dave Pell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Gene Cipriano (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Larry Bunker (Percussion)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
10 July 1956: Hollywood, CA
- Don't Play the Melody [master 13632]
- For Hi-Fi Bugs (Stereo Spaceman)
- The Boy Next Door
- These Foolish Things
Personnel
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- Clarence Karella (Tuba)
- Ronald Langinger (Alto Saxophone)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone, Flute and Piccolo)
- Dave Pell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Gene Cipriano (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Larry Bunker (Percussion)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
10 July 1956: Hollywood, CA
- Can't We Talk It Over (Victor Young; Ned Washington)
Personnel
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Don Paladino (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
10 July 1956: Hollywood, CA
- Oscar and Pete's Blues [master 13639]
- Snowfall (Claude Thornhill) [master 13645]
- Early Duke (Pete Rugolo) [master 13646]
- In a Modal Tone (Pete Rugolo)
Personnel
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- Clarence Karella (Tuba)
- Ronald Langinger (Alto Saxophone)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone, Flute and Piccolo)
- Dave Pell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Gene Cipriano (Tenor Saxophone)
- Chuck Gentry (Baritone Saxophone)
- Larry Bunker (Percussion)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Johnny Richards
September 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Band Aide
- Aijalon
- Burrito Burracho
- Dimples
- For All We Know
- Long Ago and Far Away
- Turnaboot
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Don Kelly (Bass Trombone)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- Al Pollan (Tuba)
- Charlie Mariano (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ronnie Lang (Flute and Baritone Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Bass Saxophone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Buddy Clark (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
- Lou Singer (Percussion)
Johnny Richards
September 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Waltz Anyone?
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Stu Williamson (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Al Pollan (Tuba)
- Charlie Mariano (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ronnie Lang (Flute and Baritone Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Bass Saxophone)
- Marty Paich (Piano)
- Buddy Clark (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
- Lou Singer (Percussion)
Maynard Ferguson
8 September 1956: New York, NY
The first Birdland Dream Band session. Liner notes from CD release state that this session was held as scheduled at 4:45 AM (!) on 8 September immediately after the last set at Birdland. Harkins (pp 24) lists it as 7 September.
- Lady Bug (Al Cohn) [master G4PB7124 Take 1]
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Lady Bug (Al Cohn) [master G4PB7124 Take 3]
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Lady Bug (Al Cohn) [master G4PB7124 Take 5]
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Fresh Sounds 470
- Rosebud [master G4PB7125 Take 2]
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Rosebud [master G4PB7125 Take 7]
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Rosebud (Al Cohn) [master G4PB7125 Take 8]
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Fresh Sounds 470
- Still Water Stomp [master G4PB7126 Take 1]
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Still Water Stomp [master G4PB7126 Take 4]
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Still Water Stomp [master G4PB7126 Take 5]
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Fresh Sounds 470
- Blue Birdland (Jimmy Giuffre) [master G4PB7127 Take 2]
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Blue Birdland (Jimmy Giuffre) [master G4PB7127 Take 5]
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Columbia 88697 05164 2
- Fresh Sounds 470
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Al DeRisi (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Eddie Bert (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ernie Wilkins (Baritone Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Milt Hinton (Bass)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
11 September 1956: New York, NY
Two separate afternoon sessions at 1:00 PM and 4:45 PM
- Great Guns (Ernie Wilkins) [master G4PB7128 Take 12]
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Fresh Sounds 470
- Button Nose [master G4PB7129 Take 5]
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Fresh Sounds 470
- Maynard the Fox [master G4PB7130 Take 4]
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- ASV Living Era AJA 5659
- Fresh Sounds 470
- Somebody Wants Me Down There [master G4PB7131 Take 14]
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Columbia 88697 05164 2
- Fresh Sounds 470
- More West (Marty Paich) [master G4PB7132 Take 6]
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Fresh Sounds 470
- That Jones Boy [master G4PB7133 Take 8]
- The Wailing Boat (Al Cohn) [master G4PB7134 Take 2]
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Maynard Ferguson (Valve Trombone)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
- Vik LX 1070
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- ASV Living Era AJA 5659
- Columbia 88697 05164 2
- Fresh Sounds 470
- Little Girl Kimbi (Johnny Mandel) [master G4PB7135 Take 2]
- Milt Hinton (Bass)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Fresh Sounds 470
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Al DeRisi (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Sonny Russo (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ernie Wilkins (Baritone Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Milt Hinton (Bass)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
24 September 1956: New York, NY
First sesson for the second Birdland Dream Band album
- Mogo [master G4PB7136]
- Early Hours (Marty Paich) [master G4PB7137]
- Tell Me Funky [master G4PB7138]
- Geller's Cellar [master G4PB7139]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Stan Fishelson (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Al Stewart (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Eddie Bert (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Frank Socolow (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ernie Wilkins (Baritone Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Arnold Fishkin (Bass)
- Don Lamond (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
25 September 1956: New York, NY
- Little Girl Kimbi (Johnny Mandel) [master G4PB7136 Take 5]
- Milt Hinton (Bass)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Little Girl Kimbi (Johnny Mandel) [master G4PB7136 Take 10]
- Milt Hinton (Bass)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- RCA Victor 09026638732
- Everybody Moan (Jack Lewis; Ernie Wilkins) [master G4PB7143]
- Sleep Softly [master G4PB7144]
- Straight Up [master G4PB7145]
- Cervezita [master G4PB7146]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Al DeRisi (Trumpet)
- Al Stewart (Trumpet)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Sonny Russo (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ernie Wilkins (Baritone Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Arnold Fishkin (Bass)
- Don Lamond (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
25 September 1956: New York, NY
- Free Lee (Manny Albam) [master G4PB7140]
- You Said It (Manny Albam) [master G4PB7142]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Al DeRisi (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Nottingham (Trumpet)
- Nick Travis (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Sonny Russo (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ernie Wilkins (Baritone Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Arnold Fishkin (Bass)
- Don Lamond (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
25 September 1956: New York, NY
- Nightmare Alley [master G4PB7147]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Al DeRisi (Trumpet)
- Stan Fishelson (Trumpet)
- Al Stewart (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Sonny Russo (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ernie Wilkins (Baritone Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Arnold Fishkin (Bass)
- Don Lamond (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
25 September 1956: New York, NY
- Say It With Trumpets (Jimmy Giuffre) [master G4PB7141]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Al DeRisi (Trumpet)
- Stan Fishelson (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Nottingham (Trumpet)
- Ernie Royal (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Sonny Russo (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Al Cohn (Tenor Saxophone)
- Budd Johnson (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ernie Wilkins (Baritone Saxophone)
- Hank Jones (Piano)
- Arnold Fishkin (Bass)
- Don Lamond (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
29 October 1956: Hollywood, CA
- Sunday, Mondays and Always [master 14419]
- Ballade for Drums
- Cha-Lito Linda [master 13640]
- Nancy with the Laughing Face [master 14421]
- Repetitious Riff [master 14422]
Personnel
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Ed Leddy (Trumpet)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- John Graas (French Horn)
- Jay McAllister (Tuba)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone and Flute)
- Harry Klee (Alto Saxophone, Flute and Piccolo)
- Bob Cooper (Tenor Saxophone and Oboe)
- Dave Pell (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Larry Bunker (Percussion)
- Russ Freeman (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
Pete Rugolo
31 October 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Godchild
- My Mother's Eyes
- Brass At Work
- All the Things You Are
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Grass (French Horn)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Fred Fox (French Horn)
- Clarence Karella (Tuba)
- Andre Previn (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Shelly Manne (Drums)
- Larry Bunker (Vibraphone)
Pete Rugolo
2 November 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- Temptation
- Song for Tuba
- Everything Happens To Me
- A Rose for David
- Salute
Personnel
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- John Grass (French Horn)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- Clarence Karella (Tuba)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Larry Bunker (Vibraphone)
Charlie Barnet
November 1956: Hollywood, CA
Barnet re-records some of his hits in stereo with a studio band
- Blue Rose (arr. Bill Holman)
- Hear Me Talkin' To Ya
- MF has some nice moments in the shout chorus of this jump blues
- Verve MGV 2040
- Lonehill Jazz Spain 10303
- Hallmark ASIN B0055WHG32
- www.youtube.com
- Lemon Twist
- Lumby (arr. Bill Holman)
- MF has some nice moments in the shout chorus of this swinging blues
- Verve MGV 2040
- Lonehill Jazz Spain 10303
- Hallmark ASIN B0055WHG32
Personnel
- Ralph Mullens (Trumpet)
- Ollie Mitchell (Trumpet)
- Carlton McBeath (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Gene Duermyer (Trumpet)
- Dave Wells (Bass Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Dick Nash (Trombone)
- Roy Anderson (Trombone)
- Charlie Barnet (Soprano Saxophone)
- Willie Smith (Alto Saxophone)
- Dick Paladino (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Trujillo (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bob Dawes (Baritone Saxophone)
- Norman Pockrandt (Piano)
- Barney Kessel (Guitar)
- Red Wooten (Bass)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
December 1956: Peacock Lane Jazz Room, Hollywood, CA
MF brings the Dream Band charts (but not the band) back to the left coast for a club performance
- Goodbye Mr. Chops (Bill Holman)
- Lady Bug (Al Cohn)
- Velvet (Marty Paich)
- Maynard the Fox (Al Cohn)
- Free Lee (Manny Albam)
- More West (Marty Paich)
- Great Guns (Ernie Wilkins)
- Dancing Nitely (Bill Holman)
- Groover Wailin’ (Johnny Mandel)
- Ain’t Life Grand? (Bill Holman)
- Early Hours (Marty Paich)
- The Wailing Boat (Al Cohn)
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet and Valve Trombone)
- Ed Leddy (Trumpet)
- Joe Burnett (Trumpet)
- Tom Slaney (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Nino Tempo (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Baritone Saxophone)
- Paul Moer (Piano)
- Red Kelly (Bass)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
Buddy Bregman
16, 18, 20 December 1956: Los Angeles, CA
- The Wild Party
- Ensemble work with MF playing 8va above
- Verve MGV 2042
- Verve 559 514-2
- Melody Lane
- Terror Ride
- The Flight
- End of the Party
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Conrad Gozzo (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Lloyd Elliot (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bud Shank (Alto Saxophone)
- George Auld (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ben Webster (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jimmy Giuffre (Baritone Saxophone)
- Andre Previn (Piano)
- Al Hendrickson (Guitar)
- Joe Mondragon (Bass)
- Al Stoller (Drums)
Russ Garcia
1957: Los Angeles, CA
One set of instrumental tracks for an sprawling multi-disk adaptation of the score from George Gershwin's opera Porgy and Bess
- Introduction (George Gershwin, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Crap Game Fugue (George Gershwin, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Crown and Robbins Fight (George Gershwin, arr. Russ Garcia)
- Storm Music (George Gershwin, arr. Russ Garcia)
Personnel
- Frank Beach (Trumpet)
- Buddy Childers (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Ray Linn (Trumpet)
- Howard McGhee (Trumpet)
- Uan Rasey (Trumpet)
- Bob Enevoldsen (Trombone)
- Herbie Harper (Trombone)
- Joe Howard (Trombone)
- Tommy Pederson (Trombone )
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Lloyd Ulyate (Trombone)
- John Cave (French Horn)
- Vince DeRosa (French Horn)
- Albert Pollan (Tuba)
- Sam Most (Flute)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Ralph Sharon (Piano)
- Claude Williamson (Piano)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
- Alvin Stoller (Drums)
- Irv Kluger (Drums/Timpani/Vibraphone/Chimes)
- Felix Slatkin (Violin)
- Irma Neumann (Violin)
- Erno Neufeld (Violin)
- Eudice Shapiro (Violin)
- Paul Shure (Violin)
- Marvin Limonick (Violin)
- Israel Baker (Violin)
- Marshall Sosson (Violin)
- Gerald Vinci (Violin)
- Nathan Ross (Violin)
- Alvin Dinkin (Viola)
- Paul Robyn (Viola)
- Eleanor Slatkin (Cello)
- Russ Garcia (Conductor)
Dino (film)
1957: Los Angeles, CA
- Death In a Warehouse
- Reform School
- Homecoming
- Nightmare
- Saturday Night
- Little Jazz
- Meditation
- First Love
- Defiance
- Waiting and Conclusion
Personnel
- Unknown Personnel (Orchestra)
- Gerald Fried (Composer and Conductor)
- Bobby Helfer (Music Coordinator)
- Eve Newman (Music Editor)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
1956 or 1957?: Hollywood, CA
Universal short #3655. IMDB sets this in 1950 with the verbs in the title reversed. However, the band opens with a Birdland Dream Band number copyrighted by Al Cohn in 1956. Film also features dancers Peggy Ryan and Ray McDonald, along with singers Russ Arno, The Sabres, and the DeCastro Sisters.
- The Wailing Boat (Al Cohn)
Personnel
- Will Cowen (Producer and Director)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet and Valve Trombone)
Maynard Ferguson
6 January 1957: Peacock Lane Jazz Room, Hollywood, CA
Second set of live recordings from the west coast version of the Dream Band
- Blue Birdland (Jimmy Giuffre)
- Great Guns (Ernie Wilkins)
- Lady Bug (Al Cohn)
- My Funny Valentine
- Dancing Nitely (Bill Holman)
- Geller’s Celler
- More West (Marty Paich)
- Stand Up and Preach
- Maynard the Fox (Al Cohn)
- Early Hours (Marty Paich)
- Little Girl Kimbi (Johnny Mandel)
- Rosebud (Al Cohn)
- Christmas for Moderns (arr. Willie Maiden)
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet and Valve Trombone)
- Ed Leddy (Trumpet)
- Joe Burnett (Trumpet)
- Tom Slaney (Trumpet)
- Bob Fitzpatrick (Trombone)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Richie Kamuca (Tenor Saxophone)
- Nino Tempo (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Baritone Saxophone)
- Paul Moer (Piano)
- Red Kelly (Bass)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
Shorty Rogers
30 January 1957: Los Angeles, CA
- Mountain Greenery [master H2JB03l3]
- On a Desert Island with Thee [master H2JB03l4]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Harry Edison (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Al Porcino (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- John Haliburton (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Sam Rice (Tuba)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jack Montrose (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Perkins (Tenor Saxophone)
- Pepper Adams (Baritone Saxophone)
- Pete Jolly (Piano)
- Red Mitchell (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Francis Faye
February and March, 1957: Hollywood, CA
- Frankie and Johnny
- Lonesome Road
- St. James Infirmary
- John Henry
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Fagerquist (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Salko (Trumpet)
- Herbie Harper (Bass Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- Lloyd Ulyate (Trombone)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Howard Roberts (Guitar)
- Max Bennett (Bass)
- Mel Lewis (Drums)
- Francis Faye (Vocals)
- Unknown (Strings)
- Russ Garcia (Conductor)
Shorty Rogers
1 February 1957: Los Angeles, CA
- I've Got Five Dollars [master H2JBO317]
- I Could Write a Book [master H2JB0318]
Personnel
- Shorty Rogers (Trumpet)
- Conte Candoli (Trumpet)
- Pete Candoli (Trumpet)
- Harry Edison (Trumpet)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Al Porcino (Trumpet)
- Milt Bernhart (Trombone)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Frank Rosolino (Trombone)
- George Roberts (Bass Trombone)
- Sam Rice (Tuba)
- Herb Geller (Alto Saxophone)
- Bill Holman (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jack Montrose (Tenor Saxophone)
- Bill Perkins (Tenor Saxophone)
- Pepper Adams (Baritone Saxophone)
- Pete Jolly (Piano)
- Red Mitchell (Bass)
- Stan Levey (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
July-August 1957: New York, NY
Sessions for Boy With Lots of Brass, MF's last Mercury album before the Roulette era. Same instrumentation as the Birdland Dream Band, but only Jimmy Cleveland returns for these recordings. Hawkins (pp 25) lists these sessions in July 1957, but the Bill Kirchner's liner notes for the 1995 Jazz Masters 52 CD date Lamp is Low, Love Me or Leave Me, Moonlight in Vermont and Easy to Love on 8/2/57
- A Foggy Day (George Gershwin; Ira Gershwin, arr. Al Cohn)
- Easy To Love (Cole Porter, arr. Bill Holman)
- Bobby Timmons (Piano)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- EmArcy MG 36114
- Mercury MG 20556
- Mercury SR 60124
- Give Me the Simple Life (Rube Bloom; Harry Ruby, arr. Willie Maiden)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- EmArcy MG 36114
- Mercury MG 20556
- Mercury SR 60124
- I Hadn't Anyone 'til You (Ray Noble, arr. Willie Maiden)
- Imagination (Jimmy van Heusen; Johnny Burke, arr. Willie Maiden)
- I Never Knew (Gus Kahn; Ted Fiorito, arr. Ernie Wilkins)
- Jeepers Creepers (Harry Warren; Johnny Mercer, arr. Al Cohn)
- Love Me or Leave Me (Gus Kahn; Walter Donaldson, arr. Al Cohn)
- Antony Ortega (Alto Saxophone)
- EmArcy MG 36114
- Mercury MG 20556
- Mercury SR 60124
- Moonlight In Vermont (John Blackburn; Karl Suessdorf, arr. Willie Maiden)
- My Funny Valentine (Richard Rodgers; Lorenz Hart, arr. Willie Maiden)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- EmArcy MG 36114
- Mercury MG 20556
- Mercury SR 60124
- The Song is You (Jerome Kern; Oscar Hammerstein II, arr. Willie Maiden)
- The Lamp is Low (Bert Shefter; Mitchell Parish; Peter de Rose, arr. Ernie Wilkins)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Antony Ortega (Alto Saxophone)
- Bobby Timmons (Piano)
- Joe Burnett (Trumpet)
- EmArcy MG 36114
- Mercury MG 20556
- Mercury SR 60124
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- John Bello (Trumpet)
- Joe Burnette (Trumpet)
- Tom Slaney (Trumpet)
- Bob Burgess (Trombone)
- Jimmy Cleveland (Trombone)
- Antony Orgega (Alto Saxophone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto / Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- Tate Houston (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bobby Timmons (Piano)
- Richard Evans (Bass)
- Larry Bunker (Drums)
Sal Salvador
1958: New York City
- Perriwinkle Blues
- Desert Fever
- You Brought a New Kind of Love to Me
- Spring Will Be a Little Late This Year
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Foxy Corby) (Trumpet)
- John Frosk (Trumpet)
- Bill Hodges (Trumpet)
- Al Maiorca (Trumpet)
- Frank Rehak (Trombone)
- Eddie Bert (Trombone)
- Ray Starling (Mellophonium)
- Dave Amram (French Horn)
- Bill Barber (Tuba)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- George Roumanis (Bass)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
Sal Salvador
21 April 1958: New York City
- What Is There To Say [master 104799]
- You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To [master 104800]
- Yesterdays [master 104801]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Foxy Corby) (Trumpet)
- Doc Severinson (Trumpet)
- Ernie Royal (Trumpet)
- Jimmy Maxwell (Trumpet)
- Frank Rehak (Trombone)
- Eddie Bert (Trombone)
- Ray Starling (Mellophonium)
- Dave Amram (French Horn)
- Bill Barber (Tuba)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- George Roumanis (Bass)
- Osie Johnson (Drums)
Sal Salvador
23 April 1958: New York City
- Deep Dawn [master 104802]
- Easy Living [master 104803]
- Walkin' Time [master 104804]
- For You, For Me, For Evermore [master 104805]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Foxy Corby) (Trumpet)
- Doc Severinson (Trumpet)
- Ernie Royal (Trumpet)
- Joe Ferrante (Trumpet)
- Frank Rehak (Trombone)
- Eddie Bert (Trombone)
- Ray Starling (Mellophonium)
- Dave Amram (French Horn)
- Bill Barber (Tuba)
- Sal Salvador (Guitar)
- George Roumanis (Bass)
- Jimmy Campbell (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
May 1958?: New York, NY?
Session with studio orchestra for a Roulette single. Neither side appears in the Mosaic/Roulette box set. Session is not in Harkins' discog and the date is speculative.
- Yesterdays (Jerome Kern; Otto Harbach)
- Indiscreet (Jimmy van Heusen; Sammy Cahn)
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Studio Orchestra (Studio Orchestra)
Maynard Ferguson
6 May 1958: New York, NY
First session for Roulette Records
- And We Listened To Him (Bob Freedman) [master 12987-3]
- The Fugue (Slide Hampton) [master 12988-13]
- Humbug (Don Sebesky) [master 12989-8]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Clyde Reasinger (Trumpet)
- Tom Slaney (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jay Cameron (Baritone Saxophone)
- John Bunch (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Jake Hanna (Drums)
- Rudy Traylor (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
7 May 1958: New York, NY
- Slide's Derangement (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 12991-2]
- Frame for the Blues (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 12992-13]
- The Waltz (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 12993-11]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Clyde Reasinger (Trumpet)
- Tom Slaney (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jay Cameron (Baritone Saxophone)
- John Bunch (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Jake Hanna (Drums)
- Rudy Traylor (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
8 May 1958: New York, NY
- Three Little Foxes (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 12995-4]
- Tag Team (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 12996-6]
- Fan It, Janet (arr. Don Sebesky) [master 12997-6]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Clyde Reasinger (Trumpet)
- Tom Slaney (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- Jay Cameron (Baritone Saxophone)
- John Bunch (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Jake Hanna (Drums)
- Rudy Traylor (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
15 December 1958: New York, NY
First session for the Swingin' My Way Through College album
- Don'cha Go 'Way Mad (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13414-9]
- Bye Bye Blackbird (arr. Don Sebesky) [master 13432-6]
- Tenderly (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13433-6]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Larry Moser (Trumpet)
- John Tyree (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Dogan (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
16 December 1958: New York, NY
- It's a Pity to Say Goodnight (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13434-6]
- B.J.'s Back in Town (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13435-3]
- Bittersweet (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13436-4]
- They Can't Take That Away From Me (arr. Don Sebesky) [master 13437-3]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Larry Moser (Trumpet)
- John Tyree (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Dogan (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
17 December 1958: New York, NY
- Love Walked In (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13438-6]
- Dancing in the Dark (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 13439-2]
- What's New (II) (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 13440-5]
- Can't We Be Friends [master Unissued]
- That Old Feeling (arr. Bill Holman) [master 13441]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Larry Moser (Trumpet)
- John Tyree (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Dogan (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Leonard Bernstein
1959: New York, NY
A symphony by fellow Kenton alum Bill Russo. Finale features an impossibly high trumpet part written for MF, who sounds very tense and uncomfortable.
- Symphony #2, IV. Finale (Bill Russo)
Personnel
- Leonard Bernstein (Conductor)
- New York Philharmonic (Orchestra)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
The Canadian All-Star Band (television)
1959?: Toronto, Canada?
- Great Guns (Ernie Wilkins)
- Maynard Ferguson (Baritone Horn, Valve Trombone, Trumpet)
- www.youtube.com
- www.youtube.com
- T-Mex for Timex (Eddie Karam)
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Cliff McKay (Soprano Saxophone)
- Moe Koffman (Flute)
- Lance Harrison (Clarinet)
- Chris Gage (Piano)
- Steve Garrick (Piano)
- www.youtube.com
Personnel
- Fred Davis (Host)
- Bill Davis (Director)
- Jim Guthro (Producer)
- John Frosk (Trumpet)
- Erich Traugott (Trumpet)
- Herb Spanier (Trumpet)
- Carse Snedon (Trumpet)
- Ron Collier (Trombone)
- Butch Watanabe (Trombone)
- Dave Pepper (Trombone)
- Dave Robbins (Trombone)
- Ron Hughes (Trombone)
- Jerry Toth (Saxophone)
- Roy Smith (Saxophone)
- Rick Wilkins (Saxophone)
- Al Baculis (Saxophone)
- Eddie Karam (Saxophone and Arranger)
- Ed Bickert (Guitar)
- Norm Amadio (Piano)
- Bill Britto (Bass)
- Run Rully (Drums)
Maynard Ferguson
23 February 1959: New York, NY
First session for the Plays Jazz for Dancing album, a second collection of functional (and generally uninteresting) charts from the band's dance music book.
- Secret Love (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13549-8]
- Full Moon and Empty Arms [master Unissued]
- 'Tis Autumn (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13551-7]
- You Took Advantage of Me (arr. Don Sebesky) [master 13552-2]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Don Ellis (Trumpet)
- Larry Moser (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Dogan (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
25 February 1959: New York, NY
- Soft Winds (arr. Don Sebesky) [master 13553-2]
- It's Only a Paper Moon (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13554-9]
- Aren't You Glad You're You (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13555-7]
- 'Round Midnight (Thelonious Monk, arr. Slide Hampton) [master 13556-1]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Don Ellis (Trumpet)
- Larry Moser (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Dogan (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
26 February 1959: New York, NY
- She's Funny That Way (arr. Bill Holman) [master 13557-10]
- Lonely Town (Leonard Bernstein; Betty Comden; Adolph Green, arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13558-2]
- I'm Beginning to See the Light (arr. Don Sebesky) [master 13559-5]
- Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Me (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13569]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Don Ellis (Trumpet)
- Larry Moser (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Dogan (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
31 March 1959: New York, NY
- Stompin' at the Savoy (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13651-9]
- It Might As Well Be Spring (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13652-5]
- I'll Be Seeing You (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13653-6]
- If I Should Lose You (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13654-10]
- Don't Take Your Love From Me (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 13655]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Bill Chase (Trumpet)
- Don Ellis (Trumpet)
- Larry Moser (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Bob Dogan (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
17 June 1959: Birdland, 1678 Broadway, New York, NY
Five sets (26 songs total) recorded live. Seven cuts appeared on the original album and twelve cuts (with alternate takes) are included in the Mosaic Complete Roulette set.
- Oleo (arr. Slide Hampton) [master Rejected set 1 performance]
- Night Life (arr. Benny Golson) [master Unissued set 1 performance]
- Starfire (arr. Benny Golson) [master Rejected set 1 performance]
- The Mark of Jazz (arr. Slide Hampton) [master Unissued set 1 performance]
- Blue Birdland (Jimmy Giuffre) [master Rejected set 1 performance]
- Stella by Starlight (arr. Slide Hampton) [master Rejected set 2 performance]
- Lonely Time (arr. Marty Paich) [master 14223]
- Three More Foxes (arr. Willie Maiden) [master Rejected set 2 performance]
- Back in the Satellite Again (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 14223]
- Blue Birdland (Jimmy Giuffre) [master Rejected set 2 performance]
- Sea Isle Stomp (arr. Don Sebesky) [master Rejected set 3 performance]
- Night Life (arr. Benny Golson) [master Rejected set 3 performance]
- Starfire (arr. Benny Golson) [master 14219]
- Oleo (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 14218]
- Spring is Here (arr. Willie Maiden) [master Rejected set 3 performance]
- Three More Foxes (arr. Willie Maiden) [master Rejected set 3 performance]
- Blue Birdland (arr. Jimmy Giuffre) [master Rejected set 3 performance]
- Stella by Starlight (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 14222]
- Three More Foxes (arr. Willie Maiden) [master Rejected set 4 performance]
- Back in the Satellite Again (arr. Willie Maiden) [master Rejected set 4 performance]
- Blue Birdland (Jimmy Giuffre) [master Rejected set 4 performance]
- Three More Foxes (arr. Willie Maiden) [master Unissued set 5 performance]
- Night Life (arr. Benny Golson) [master 14221]
- The Mark of Jazz (arr. Slide Hampton) [master 14220]
- Sea Isle Stomp (arr. Don Sebesky) [master Unissued set 5 performance]
- Blue Birdland (Jimmy Giuffre) [master Rejected set 5 performance]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Ellis (Trumpet)
- Jerry Tyree (Trumpet)
- Clyde Reasinger (Trumpet)
- Slide Hampton (Trombone)
- Don Sebesky (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Carmen Leggio (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- John Lanni (Baritone Saxophone)
- Josef Zawinul (Piano)
- Jimmy Rowser (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)
Maynard Ferguson
28 October 1959: New York, NY
- Let's Fall in Love (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 14561-3]
- Anne Marie Moss (Vocals)
- Roulette 4207
- Mosaic MDIO-156
- Where's Teddy (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 14562-9]
- This is Always (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 14563-4]
- Anne Marie Moss (Vocals)
- Mosaic MDIO-156
- Hey There (arr. Willie Maiden) [master 14564-5]
Personnel
- Maynard Ferguson (Trumpet)
- Don Ellis (Trumpet)
- Chet Ferretti (Trumpet)
- Paul Fontaine (Trumpet)
- Bill Byers (Trombone)
- Charles Greenlea (Trombone)
- Jimmy Ford (Alto Saxophone)
- Lin Haliday (Tenor Saxophone)
- Willie Maiden (Tenor Saxophone)
- Frank Hittner (Baritone Saxophone)
- Jaki Byard (Piano)
- Gene Cherico (Bass)
- Frankie Dunlop (Drums)
- Teddy Reig (Producer)