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Just A Moment V.1 (Download)
Level: advanced
Solos: trombone solo feature with big band (4-4-5, guitar, rhythm)
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Ranges: trumpet – double G above staff, trombone – A above middle C
Instrumentation: big band (4-4-5, guitar, rhythm (4)
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Joe Gallardo Bio
Jose “Joe” Gallardo was born on September 22, 1939, in Corpus Christi, Texas. He is an American jazz musician and composer renowned for his contributions to Latin jazz, notably for composing “Amanecer,” which was featured on Mongo Santamaria’s Grammy-winning album in 1978. After the late 1970s, he moved to Germany and was inducted into the South Texas Music Walk of Fame in 2008.
Gallardo began music at age 6 with piano and switched to trombone at 14. He studied at Del Mar Jr. College and the University of Corpus Christi and performed with prominent orchestras and artists, including Stan Kenton and Tony Bennett. His early work with Tejano/TexMex leaders like Beto Villa influenced his style.
In 1959, while at Del Mar College, he created a jazz show, leading to the Texas Jazz Festival, which he still attends. He recorded “The Little Giant” in 1968 and collaborated with Luis Gasca on the 1974 album “Born to Love You.” Gallardo received acclaim for his contribution to the Grammy-winning album “Dawn. ”
After relocating to Germany in 1978, he joined the NDR Big Band, helped add Latin jazz to their lineup, and formed his group, Latino Blue. He released “A Latin Shade Of Blue” in 2002 and produced “Latin Jazz Latino. ” His collaborations and recordings have gained him widespread recognition in the music community.
