10 Trombones Like 2 Pianos" was a one-off experiment that found Rugolo leading a large ensemble combining trombones and pianos in a jazz context. The album is a unique entry in Rugolo's discography, blending his characteristic cool jazz sensibilities with a novel instrumental approach.
- The album was recorded in New York City in 1960.
- It was released in June 1961 on Mercury Records.
- The album's title is a reference to the instrumental lineup of ten trombones and two pianos.
Pianist and composer Pete Rugolo was a key figure in West Coast cool jazz. He had a long career as a composer and conductor for film and television.
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