Doctor Jazz Stomp -- Ernie Carson

Doctor Jazz Stomp -- Ernie Carson
Ernie Carson and his Quartet in performance in Altanta in the mid seventies. Next to Ernie on cornet we see Herman Foretich clarinet, Michael Milton "Peanuts" Fitch banjo and Hal "Shorty" Johnson tuba.
In the seventies Ernie would often play in the Netherlands as well.
He has done several recordings for drummer Ted Easton's Dutch Riff label. These were never issued. After Ted Easton's passing Ernie told me that these recordings are in the hands of Ted's widow. Ernie has never heard these.
Is there anybody in the Netherlands who could let me know how we can get in touch with his widow.

Category:

Music

Tags:

• jazz
• classic
• traditional
• revival
• carson

[OldShad87]

Keep Swingin' Ernie.....You were the BEST.



[glasslady818]

I know that Herman Foretich, Jerry Rousseau and Spider Ridgeway have passed and I believe Sammy Duncan is gone also. I knew them all at one time. I Milton "Peanuts" Fitch's widow.

[captaincyclops2O]

i love it how theres only 4 ppl and they make such nice music!

[TheMonet2]

@rdanlord

I have been trying to find out if any of these musician are still around. Years ago I was friends with Sammy Duncan, "Dirty Shirt" Foretich, Jerry Rosseau, & Spider Ridgeway. As for your stepfather, Jerry Hexemer, he was a great bassman and vocalist. (the best). If you don't mind contacting me, I would appreciate it. If any of the muscians are still around let me know. Thanks, Nancy

[richmeister1]

Long Live Carson!!!!!!!!!!

[rdanlord]

I met Herman "Shirt" Foretich in 1973, at his home in Azalea Garden district of Atlanta. My stepdad, Jerry C. Hexemer ( Dixieland electric bass violin player) toured with him through much of the 60's. "Shirt" was also a painter. He painted a picture for us of "One of those seedy, emaciated town's we stopped in" he called it. Anyone know if Herman is still with us?? Jerry Hexemer died in 1980

[entengle]

U-Tuba can use dixieland bleach! Step right in-

to our supermarket. Use our handy red buggies.

Otherwise, an overall satisfying performance.

[tiggs1027]

Thank you so much!!!!!! This is the first videos I have seen of my Daddy, Milton (not Micheal) Dargan "Peanuts" Fitch(playing banjo) on YouTube! You have brought back many memories! Thank you again, since he has passed away, memories are all we have.