Message from Maynard is an album released by Canadian jazz trumpeter Maynard Ferguson featuring tracks recorded in early 1962 and originally released on the Roulette label.Edwards, D. & Callahan, M. Roulette Album Discography, Part 3, accessed February 7, 2017Minn, M. Maynard Ferguson discography, accessed February 7, 2017
Reception
AllMusic reviewer Scott Yanow stated "None of the originals caught on, but there are plenty of fine solos from the leader/trumpeter, Menza on tenor, altoist Lanny Morgan and pianist Abene; plus, the rhythm section is really pushed by drummer Rufus Jones".
Track listing All compositions by Don Menza except where noted.
"September Moan" (Don Sebesky) – 4:04 "Statement" – 6:08 "Nude Mood" – 2:45 "One for Otis" – 2:43 "Reflection" – 2:49 "Head Hunter" – 2:57 "Lament for Susan" (Mike Abene) – 3:43 "L & M" (Don Rader) – 3:06 "Jennifer's Bounce" (Rader) – 2:21
Personnel Maynard Ferguson – trumpet, leader John C. Gale, Gene A. Goe, Natale Pavone, Donald A. Rader – trumpet Kenneth H. Rupp – trombone Lanny Morgan – alto saxophone Willie Maiden, Donald J. Menza – tenor saxophone Frank J. Hittner, Jr. – baritone saxophone Michael C. J. Abene – piano Lincoln B. Milliman – bass Rufus Jones – drums Mike Abene (track 7), Don Menza (tracks 2–6), Don Rader (tracks 8 & 9, Don Sebesky (track 1) – arrangers
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