Buddy's Music Buddies

Buddy chats informally with Earle Dumler, one of  Hollywood's most celebrated and inspirational studio musicians. Earle's incredible oboe and English horn playing may be heard on literally thousands of records and soundtracks. Earle shares his early days in Hollywood, his memories of working with composers Bruce Broughton, Elmer Bernstein, Jerry Goldsmith, Nelson Riddle, David Rose - He...

Buddy chats with Alan Kaplan, one of the top studio/jazz trombone players in America for over 50 years! Alan shares his experiences and memorable moments over his incredible career working with some of the biggest names in the music industry!

Buddy chats with legendary jazz/studio trumpet player, Hal Espinoza - from his days on the road with Harry James, Woody Herman and Les Brown, to his Bob Hope USO Tours to his studio days in Hollywood, performing in the orchestra for Carol Burnett, Dean Martin and many others. Hal also shares his experience as President of the Musicians Union in Los Angeles. 

Buddy chats informally with dear friend and mentor, jazz trumpet legend, Bobby Shew. Part One of Three

Buddy continues his informal chat with dear friend and mentor, jazz trumpet legend, Bobby Shew. Part 2 of 3 

Buddy continues his informal chat with jazz trumpet legend, Bobby Shew.  Bobby reflects on his career, and has inspiring words on music education in general.