George Masso
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George Masso, born on November 17, 1926 in Cranston, Rhode Island, was an American jazz trombonist, bandleader, vibraphonist, and composer. He initially learned to play the trumpet but later expanded his skills to include other instruments, inspired by Lou McGarity's performance on Benny Goodman's recording of "Yours". Masso secured a two-year stint with Jimmy Dorseyâs band in the late 1940s before transitioning into music education due to financial difficulties. He returned to performing in 1973, collaborating with notable figures such as Bobby Hackett and Benny Goodman. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Masso recorded several albums, including Pieces of Eight (1982) and No Frills, Just Music (1984). He also recorded with artists like Barbara Lea, Bob Haggart, and Yank Lawson. Masso passed away on October 22, 2019.
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