The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra is considered by many to be the last great virtuoso big band. Launched in 1965, the orchestra made its first appearance at New York's Village Vanguard in 1966. The orchestra was loaded with superstars and stylists and featured many arrangements by trumpeter Thad Jones. The early lineup included Jones and drummer Mel Le…
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