One of the great trombonists.
And no formal music education.
Re: Bob Havens Interview
Posted: Thu Dec 07, 2023 3:13 pm
by Posaunus
Bob Havens was indeed a fine trombonist. Still living in Quincy, Illinois at age 93!
Re: Bob Havens Interview
Posted: Sat Dec 09, 2023 6:22 am
by baileyman
He mentions teachers. I suppose one of them could have guided him to his embouchure. But I could imagine a teacher being sorely tempted to get him to change it. Thankfully, for whatever reason, he kept it and used it to all our benefit.