Trivia Archive

May 2008 Sax Trivia Contest

Come back and join in this month's new trivia challenge. The answer may just surprise you!!!

Prizes:

Choice of Hercules sax stand (combo, single, alto/tenor or soprano) ($ 49.95 value)
$10 Saxquest Gift Certificate ($ 10.00 value)

Winner

Eddie Rich from Henderson, NV US

Contest background

In 1952 in Manhattan, the first official recording of a little known label was held. Interestingly, Lennie Tristano of all people was the sound engineer on that date. The leader of that date, a prolific and controversial bassist, chose a line-up that included vocals and cello.

Contest Question

Name the record label, bassist, and saxophonist on that recording date.

Correct Answer

Debut Records, Charles Mingus, Lee Konitz

Where You Could Have Found The Answer

Debut Records Catalog: 78 rpm, EP series

Thanks to all who participated in this last Saxquest trivia contest.