Maynard Ferguson Musical artist

Walter Maynard Ferguson (May 4, 1928 – August 23, 2006) was a Canadian jazz musician and bandleader. He came to prominence playing in Stan Kenton's orchestra, before forming his own band in 1957. He was noted for being able to play expressively and accurately in a remarkably high register, and for his bands, which served as stepping stones for up-and-coming talent.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)	Ferguson Walter Maynard (real name)
Birth date	May 04, 1928
Birth place	Verdun Quebec
Date of death	August 23, 2006
Place of death	Ventura California

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Musical artist

Career started	1939
Career ended	2006
associated musical artist	Stan Kenton Big Bop Nouveau
Background	Non vocal instrumentalist
genre	Jazz
instrument	Flugelhorn Trumpet Soprano saxophone Firebird (trumpet) Baritone horn Superbone