The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (USA)

"The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (SJMO) was founded in 1990 with an appropriation from the U.S. Congress in recognition of the importance of jazz in American cultural and its status as a national treasure..."

Remark: No bass player is mentioned in the original lineup!

Artistic and Musical Director

• David Baker

Trumpets

• Lennie Foy
• Tom Williams
• Joe Wilder

Reeds

• Jay Brandford
• Shannon LeClaire
• Randy Salman
• Charlie Young

Trombones

• Sam Burtis
• Bill Holmes
• Brent Wallarab

Rhythmsection

• Russell Wilson - piano
• Royce Campbell - guitar
• Chuck Redd - drums