| Glenn used a lot a players, most you never heard of.
Bunny Berigan was in his first band.
Zeke Zarchy, his long time lead player.
In 1938 his section was
Bob Price
Bob Barker
Johnny Austin
He also used
Les Biegel
Johnny Best
Ray Anthony-4th trumpet, only stayed 6 months
Bobby Hacket-on guitar when hired
Bernie Privin-in the Army band
Bobby Nichols- Army band
Clyde Hurley--the famous In The Mood solo
Billy May
By the way, it is usually the 2nd book player that takes the solos. Not always, but usually.
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