| 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, Shelley & 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 |
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| Rest in Peace my Friend 1957-2011 Marco R. Sarmiento |
| Pictured here working with Byron Autry famed horn designer for Doc Severinsen |