Fred Lonzo

Infobox Musical artist
Name = Fred Lonzo

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Born = 1950-08-26
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Origin = New Orleans, Louisiana
Instrument = Trombone
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Genre = Jazz

Fred Lonzo, also known as Freddie Lonzo (born New Orleans, Louisiana, 26 August, 1950) is a jazz trombonist.

Lonzo is one of the most highly regarded practitioners of "tailgate" style traditional jazz trombone. His style is distinctly his own, but such influences as Kid Ory and Frog Joseph can be heard.

Lonzo has played with such brass bands as Doc Paulin's, the Imperial, Olympia, and Young Tuxedo.

Lonzo has played and recorded with such notables as Alvin Alcorn, Doc Cheatham, Evan Christopher, Lars Edegran, Bob French, Wynton Marsalis, Teddy Riley, and Dr. Michael White.

In New Orleans, he regularly plays at such venues as Donna's, the Palm Court Jazz Cafe, and Preservation Hall.

References

* "New Orleans Jazz: A Family Album" by Al Rose and Edmond Souchon, Third Edition, Louisiana State University Press, 1984

* [http://www.trombonesonline.com/artist-trombone/fredlonzo.htm TrombonesOnline biography]