Herb Pomeroy

About

Swing and bebop trumpet player, as well as a well-respected music teacher.

Before Fame

He was invited to play with the Musicians Union in Gloucester when he was sixteen and went on to attend Berklee College of Music.

Trivia

He played at Boston's Hi-Hat and Storyville clubs with Charlie Parker, who held him in high regards.

Family Life

He grew up in the Boston area.

Associated With

He played backup for many well-known singers, including Ella Fitzgerald.