Johnny Frigo
Johnny Frigo, born John Virgil Frigo on December 27, 1916, in Chicago, was an
American jazz violinist, songwriter and bassist. He began studying violin at age
seven and later played double bass in dance orchestras during high school. In
the 1940s, Frigo started his professional music career as a violinist before
transitioning to bass. He performed with Chico Marx's orchestra and toured with
Jimmy Dorsey's band from 1945 to 1947. During this period, he co-wrote "Detour
Ahead" and "I Told Ya I Love Ya, Now Get Out", both of which were recorded by
notable artists including Billie Ho...
Just FriendsJohnny Frigo, Bucky Pizzarelli and John Pizzarelli
A Beautiful Friendship
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I'll Never Be the SameJohnny Frigo, Bucky Pizzarelli and John Pizzarelli
Stringin' the Blues: A Tribute to Eddie Lang
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On the Sunny Side of the StreetHot Club Of 52nd Street, Howard Alden, Bucky Pizzarelli and Johnny Frigo
A Beautiful Friendship
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Just FriendsJohn Pizzarelli, Bucky Pizzarelli, Johnny Frigo and Bucky & John Pizzarelli
The Rhythm Encounters with Red Norvo and Slam Stewart
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Detour AheadSuzan Veneman, Herb Ellis, Johnny Frigo and Lou Cârter
In The Pocket
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In a Sentimental MoodJohnny Frigo, Bucky Pizzarelli and John Pizzarelli
Dave Bennett Celebrates 100 Years of Benny
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