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Joseph Albert Morello (July 17, 1928 [1] – March 12, 2011) [2] was an American jazz drummer best known for serving as the drummer for pianist Dave Brubeck, as part of the Dave Brubeck Quartet, from 1957 to 1972, including during the quartet's "classic lineup" from 1958 to 1968, which also included alto saxophonist Paul Desmond and bassist Eugene...
Mar 16, 2011 · Its drummer, Joe Morello, toured the world with the band for more than 12 years and became a happy combination of scintillating showman and accomplished technician.
Oct 29, 2016 · Sounds of the Loop - Joe Morello - YouTube. johnnystaccata. 11.1K subscribers. Subscribed. 52. 4.7K views 7 years ago. Solos: Phil Woods, Joe Morello; Manny Albam - conductor; Joe Morello -...
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Joe Morello Bio: A Life Of Triumphs. BY ANDY DOERSCHUK. Joe Morello had a knack for turning lemons into lemonade. Born visually impaired, he was largely restricted from taking part in outdoor activities as a child – a crushing blow for most young men.
Joe Morello. Morello was born July 17, 1929 in Springfield (Massachusetts). He began playing violin at six years old and, three years later, was featured in the Mendelssohn Concerto with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. At age 15, he switched to drums.
Sep 25, 2006 · “Take Five,” featuring a drum solo by Joe Morello, was a million-seller. This group toured the world playing concerts instead of location club gigs. I can’t think of one jazz group today that approaches the level of worldwide recognition that Brubeck’s quartet enjoyed in their day.
Dec 6, 2022 · A member of The Dave Brubeck Quartet who recorded several dozen albums with the group – including Time Out featuring “Take Five,” on which he plays one of the most famous drum solos in history – Morello’s sensational skills and singular style placed him shoulder-to-shoulder with contemporaries like Shelly Manne (b. 1920 ...
