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Bob Brookmeyer

American musician

Died when: 81 years 362 days (983 months)
Star Sign: Sagittarius

 

Bob Brookmeyer

Robert Edward "Bob" Brookmeyer (December 19, 1929 – December 15, 2011) was an American jazz valve trombonist, pianist, arranger, and composer.Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Brookmeyer first gained widespread public attention as a member of Gerry Mulligan's quartet from 1954 to 1957.

He later worked with Jimmy Giuffre, before rejoining Mulligan's Concert Jazz Band.He garnered 8 Grammy Award nominations during his lifetime.


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