Freddie Hubbard 1938-2008 Famed jazz trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, known primarily for playing in the bebop, hard bop and post bop styles, was a talented musician and band leader.  His long time manager Dave Weiss has issued a statement indicating that Hubbard died at Sherman Oaks Hospital in Los Ange...

It has been well established here that I am a fan of the horn when it comes to jazz.  That is true, for the most part.  I love a good Monk piano piece or perhaps Keith Jarrett or Herbie Hancock.  However, I would rather listen to Miles or Charlie or Dizzy and that’s just my personal taste.Â...