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Kaye Berigan
Trumpet
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Kaye Berigan wanted to play the trumpet as long as he can remember. Originally from
Fox Lake, Wisconsin, his persistence paid off after young Kaye's family
relocated to Milwaukee. Finally, at age 11,his mother agreed to allow Kaye to
take lessons, and he hasn't been able to put the instrument down since then!
Kaye has gone on to enjoy a 50+ year career as a mainstay on the local music
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Kaye graduated from
the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, then attended the Naval School of
Music. Following graduation, he served his country with
the 28 pc. Army band, in Italy. Sixteen months
passed, and on return to the states, Kaye began a teaching stint
in the Milwaukee Public Schools as a band and ensemble teacher.
He was also in demand for private trumpet lessons, accepting
students at the Wisconsin Conservatory and in his private
studio. |
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Recognized for his versatility, Kaye has seemingly done it all:
he's played in pit orchestras, dance bands, with duos, trios,
quartets and is a familiar face on the bandstand, with
Milwaukee's acclaimed 16 pc. All-Star SUPERband big band. |
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Kaye has backed
numerous local and nationally known musicians; locally, the
names Ziggy Milonzi and Tommy Sheridan represent
steady gigs lasting 17 and 19 years, respectively. He's
also been chosen to play with Bob Hope, Henny Youngman, Fabian,
Frankie Avalon, Della Reese, Vic Damone, and Mel Torme, when
they appeared in Milwaukee. One of his fondest memories is being
featured as a soloist with Woody Herman and his Thundering
Herd. |
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Kaye can be
heard on numerous recordings, but his most recent CD "From the
Curve" (2005, Mobius Trip Rec.) features Kaye on all tracks,
collaborating with fellow musician Steve
Lewandowski. The CD has received rave reviews,
including some national attention. |
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In 2005, Kaye Berigan was named the WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music
Industry) Reeds/Brass Player of the Year.
In keeping with the ever-growing demand for his talents, he was
honored as the Traditional Jazz Artist of the
Year in 2006. He is working on several next projects, including a DVD of live performance
and new musical collaborations. Kaye is frequently called
upon to do Jazz Clinics at high schools and universities. |
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From the Curve
Kaye Berigan & Friends
A contemporary
take on 1960's era modal, free, and standard
jazz.
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it at
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The Gary Meisner Jazz Trio
featuring
Kaye Berigan on Trumpet
Gary
Meisner-Piano
George Welland-Bass
Steve Colvin-Drums
The Grove
890 Elm Grove Road, Elm Grove
Saturday, September 6,
7:30-11:30 P.M.
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