Sherman Ferguson

Sherman Ferguson's Jazz Union: Welcome to My Vision . . .

by Jack Bowers
May 3, 2003

One need only glance at Sherman Ferguson’s smiling face on the cover of his long-overdue debut as leader of his own quartet to understand that this is a gentleman who thoroughly enjoys his work. Ferguson’s happiness is evident throughout the session, lending it an aura of good-natured camaraderie that enables his companions to simply loosen their ties and blow. Even without a piano to cue the changes, drummer Ferguson and bassist Trevor Ware are such accurate and persuasive timekeepers that ...

Sherman Ferguson: Sherman Ferguson's Jazz Union

by AAJ Staff
August 8, 2002

This recording has a unique make-up, instrumentally speaking, and it works beautifully. There is an other worldly feel to the tunes that give it a etheral sense. Sherman Ferguson conducts a seminar in the art of percussion on this disc, and as leader has his say in matters. His presence is felt throughout and it adds immeasurably to the ensemble's overall message. Trevor Ware is a Bassist that knows his instrument and it certainly pays off in the surrealistic approach ...

Drummer Sherman Ferguson Dies at 61

Source: All About Jazz
January 31, 2006

Sherman Ferguson, a jazz drummer and a member of the faculty in the UCLA Jazz Studies Program, died from complications of diabetes on Jan. 22 at his home in La Crescenta, Calif. He was 61. Ferguson joined the UCLA faculty as a lecturer in January 2001 and taught a jazz ensemble class and private drum lessons.

“Sherman Ferguson was an extraordinary talent and a major figure in the Los Angeles music scene," said Kenny Burrell, founder and director of the ...
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Title Change For Sherman Ferguson's JazzUnion CD !!!

Source: All About Jazz

The name of the “Debut"CD of Sherman Ferguson's JazzUnion was given incorrectly in the previous All About Jazz News. The correct title is: “WELCOME TO MY VISION..." Same GREAT JAZZ...Just a more accurate title,since this band was in reality the idea/concept...Vision of Sherman Ferguson's,while some had doubts.After all a group without a piano or guitar,or other harmonic instrument,places a bit of onus on the saxophonists.But as you will hear..."it's full enough" !!! I promise you will not miss ANYTHING...It is ...
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Sherman Ferguson's "JazzUnion" CD Recording Finished...

Source: All About Jazz

Sherman Ferguson's “Exciting" group,The “JazzUnion" has finally completed recording their “Debut"CD: “WELCOME TO MY DREAM..." The members of the band are:Carl Randall-Tenor Sax,Louis Van Taylor-Tenor & Soprano Saxes & Bass Clarinet,Trevor Ware-Bass(no relation to Wilbur),and of course on Drums & Percussion the leader Sherman Ferguson. The band has recorded eight(8)compositions,including two by the leader,and compositions with 'fresh' arrangements by Sherman and his “Brotherhood" of musicians.The tune list is as follows with composers in parentheses:"Mixed Nuts"(Ferguson),"Call It Whachawanna(J.Griffin),"Lester Left Town"(W.Shorter),"Black,Brown & ...
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Sherman Ferguson's "JazzUnion" At The WorldStage in LA

Source: All About Jazz

Sherman Ferguson & His Band The “JazzUnion", will be appearing at the Jazz Place The World Stage Performance Center in Los Angeles April 27th & 28th, 2001 The World Stage is the 'brain-child' of Mr.Billy Higgins & poet,Kamau Daaood.They present jazz,poetry,music classes,and various other community-minded activities.As well as presenting 'world class', and 'world-renowned'Jazz Musicians.Including on many occasions,Mr.Higgins himself! On the Friday & Saturday evenings of April 27th & 28th,JazzUnion will be presenting music from their soon to be released “Debut"CD ...
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Sherman Ferguson's JazzUnion

Source: All About Jazz

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Sherman Ferguson's "JazzUnion" Appearance At Catalina's in Hollywood,CA

Source: All About Jazz

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