Creole Belles Tuxedo Classic Jazz Band Recorded 1980

The Tuxedo Classic Jazz Band was founded in 1976 by Trombonist Dr. Warren "Bud" Trow. Bud, along with his brother Wes Trow, and manager/drummer Bob Hogan, and the band were all exponents of Traditional Jazz in New England. The TCJB played for 30 years all over the New England States. The 8-Piece Dixieland Revival ensemble played almost a dozen performances at the famed Mechanics Hall in Worcester, MA. They also had the distinction of performing for the re-opening of the Hall. Other events where the Tuxedos were featured included the Down East Maine Jazz Festival, the New England (former Boston) Aquarium, the Worcester Art Museum, and Gazebos and town commons throughout the New England States.

Bud Trow passed away in 2008, and left the entire band's library to Dan Gabel. Dan is forever grateful to Bud. "Bud was my mentor, my teacher, and my great friend. I will never forget all he did for me and for the music he loved so much" says Dan.
Dan Gabel has plans to start a new ensemble to carry on the tradition of the great music from the Tuxedo Library, taking the bulk of the repertoire from the Lu Watters' book.

This recording comes from the Tuxedo Classic Jazz Band's only album, recorded on LP in 1980 entitled "Happy Feet."
Personnel includes:
Bud Trow: Trombone, Founder, Leader, Arranger
Bob Hogan: Drums, Band Manager
Wes Trow: Clarinet, Soprano Sax, Arranger
Lou Borelli: Trumpet
Herb Maynard: Trumpet
Harold Woodrow: Banjo
Bob Long: Tuba

The video is dedicated to Bud and Bob Hogan, who passed away Spring 2009.

"Bob was a great friend to me. He LOVED this music more than anything, and had an encyclopedic knowledge of the history of Jazz. He understood the function of the drums in a Trad Jazz ensemble better than most, and also the entire ensemble. He was a most kind and amiable man. I will miss our weekly meetings discussing all things Jazz, and also his friendship. Rest in Peace, Bob." -Dan Gabel, 2009

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[drjazzisme]

What wonderful musical foot tapping jazz..I had not heard this band before but love there playing.i will try to find more of their stuff.many thanks for posting and sharing these mememories.10 out of 10.