About
Trombonist who taught at the University of California, Los Angeles, and authored several works on the history of jazz.
Before Fame
He served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II and was also employed as a Hollywood studio musician.
Trivia
He played the Electro-Theremin on "Good Vibrations," "Wild Honey," and "I Just Wasn't Made For These Times" with The Beach Boys.
Family Life
He grew up in a musical family with five brothers.
Associated With
He was a member of the Glenn Miller Orchestra from 1938 until 1942 in which he played trombone.
