FLUMPET by David G. Monette Corporation. A hybrid; Flugel horn & Trumpet. Features a darker/thicker sound. Originally manufactured for the Late Art Farmer. (Tracks #1, 4 & 5) |
FLUGELHORN by Zigmant Kanstul Musical Instruments. Arturo Sandoval, Greg Adams, Jerry Hey, are just a few of the names who put this particular flugel on the map. It's thick "Copper Wall" bell make this a favorite of virtuoso (track #2) performers. Warmth, intimacy; an instrument that soothes the soul. |
New Years eve in Seattle with Doc! 2006 |
Mt Vernon Bach Stradivarius Trumpet. Made in the mid-1950's. Lew Soloff of Blood Sweat & Tears made this ax famous to my generation. Track 6 "Funky Sea Funky Dew" features this magical instrument. |
Left to right: Lynn, Jim, Doc (The Master), Brad, & Marco! A special thanks to Bernadette |
Doc showing off Marco's celebratory gifts. |
DESTINO Trumpet was owned & played by Doc Severinsen and Manufactured by Doc Severinsen Custom Trumpets. Finished in 24 Karat Gold, it is the best Trumpet I have ever Blown! (Tracks #3, 7 & 8) |
Yes, even Doc Severinsen can be seen proudly displaying his personal copy of Brad's "Straight To The Heart" CD. Left to right: Gabriel Braendlein, 70's trombonist Jim "Wild-Man" Kelley, Jordan Braendlein, & The Master...Doc Severinsen |
Rest in Peace my Friend 1957-2011 Marco R. Sarmiento |
Doc's Horn designer Byron Autry & I working for Doc Severinsen Custom Trumpets in Feb. 2005 |