Joe "Tricky Sam" Nanton (1904-1946)

Trombonist

"With the Ellington orchestra between 1926-1948

From: "Paul B. Shapiro" <FSPBS@aurora.alaska.edu>

      Some more about Joe "Tricky Sam" Nanton (edit it any way you wish)

     A native of the West Indies, Nanton joined the Ellington orchestra 
in 1926. As a trombonist, he was a key player in the development of 
Ellington's "jungle" music. He is also remembered amongst students of 
Ellingtonia for his use of the plunger mute, with which he created a wide 
variety of sounds. Nanton died in 1946 following a tour with the 
Ellington. He was replaced by Quentin Jackson who carried on the plunger 
mute tradition.

Recommended recordings: Any with Ellington