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Dave Panichi is an Australian jazz Musician, trombonist and composer who began his professional musical career in 1975.[citation needed]

In 1981 Panichi moved to New York, where he lived for 18 years. During this time he performed with notable artists including the Buddy Rich Big Band, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Blood Sweat & Tears, Slide Hampton, Bob Mintzer, Maria Schneider, Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan, Joe Williams, Aretha Franklin, Mel Tormé, Peabo Bryson, Dave Liebman, Mulgrew Miller and Marc Copland.[citation needed]

In 2000, Panichi moved back to Australia where he is currently active in teaching, performing, and composing. He is currently a casual lecturer in trombone at Sydney Conservatorium of Music.[1]

Drummer Buddy Rich threatened to fire Panichi during his time with Rich’s band for having a beard. The altercation was taped and included in a series of bootlegs showcasing Rich’s temper.[2]

Awards

References

  1. ^ “Jazz – Sydney Conservatorium of Music”. Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Retrieved 1 February 2017.
  2. ^ Audio tape recording of Buddy Rich tirade – Transcription by Ientilucci, Emmett J. “Buddy Rich: World’s Greatest Drummer, Audio Four” (link). Accessed 31 January 2012