Al Grey Collection

Portrait of Al Grey, ca. 1980s. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Al Grey, ca. 1980s

Al Grey, c1995. Creator: Brian Foskett
Al Grey, c1995

Al Grey, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, Holland, 1991. Creator: Brian Foskett
Al Grey, North Sea Jazz Festival, The Hague, Holland, 1991

Al Grey, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, 1982. Creator: Brian Foskett
Al Grey, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, 1982

Al Grey, Harlem Stampede, Edinburgh, Scotland, 1986. Creator: Brian Foskett
Al Grey, Harlem Stampede, Edinburgh, Scotland, 1986

Harry Sweets Eddison, Lionel Hampton and Al Grey, c1990. Creator: Brian Foskett
Harry " Sweets" Eddison, Lionel Hampton and Al Grey, c1990

Al Grey, Terry Clark Frank Foster, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 1982
Al Grey, Terry Clark and Frank Foster, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 1982

Al Grey and ClarkTerry, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 82. Artist: Brian O Connor
Al Grey and ClarkTerry, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 82

Al Grey, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 1982. Artist: Brian O Connor
Al Grey, Capital Jazz Festival, Knebworth, Herts, July 1982

Lionel Hampton (vibraphone) and Al Grey (trombone) on stage at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, July 1982

The Lionel Hampton Orchestra on stage at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, July 1982. Artist
The Lionel Hampton Orchestra on stage at Knebworth, Hertfordshire, July 1982. Bob Bodley (bass), Lionel Hampton (vibraphone) and Al Grey (trombone) playing In the Mood

American trombonist Al Grey at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Alexandra Palace, London, July 1982

Al Grey performing at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Alexandra Palace, London, July 1982

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"Al Grey: A Trombone Legend Captured in Time" Step back in time to the jazz festivals of the 1980s and 1990s, where the soulful sounds of Al Grey's trombone echoed through the air. With his distinctive style and undeniable talent, Grey left an indelible mark on the music scene. In 1982, at the Capital Radio Jazz Festival in Knebworth, Herts, Grey took center stage alongside Terry Clark and Frank Foster. The crowd was mesmerized by their seamless collaboration and infectious energy. It was a performance that would be etched into jazz history. A few years later, in 1986, Grey found himself at the Harlem Stampede in Edinburgh, Scotland. Surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere filled with rhythm and blues enthusiasts from around the world, he effortlessly commanded attention with every note he played. The North Sea Jazz Festival held in The Hague, Holland became another memorable moment for Al Grey. In 1991, his trombone resonated throughout the festival grounds as fans swayed to his melodic tunes under a starlit sky. His passion for music radiated from him like a beacon of inspiration. Grey's collaborations were equally remarkable. Alongside Harry Sweets Eddison and Lionel Hampton during one unforgettable performance circa 1990; their combined talents created an explosion of musical brilliance that left audiences awestruck. Photographer Brian Foskett beautifully captured these moments frozen in time - each image showcasing not only Al Grey's incredible skill but also his magnetic stage presence. From Alexandra Palace to Knebworth Park, Foskett immortalized these iconic performances forever. As we look back on these snapshots from history, we are reminded of Al Grey's immense contribution to jazz music – how he brought joy to countless listeners worldwide through his mastery of the trombone. His legacy lives on as future generations continue to discover and appreciate the timeless beauty of his music.