Gregory Herbert
Gregory Herbert (May 19, 1947 – January 31, 1978) was an American jazz saxophonist and flautist. Herbert started on alto saxophone at age 12. In 1964 he did a short stint in the Duke Ellington Orchestra, then studied at Temple University from 1965 to 1971. While a student he recorded with Pat Martino in 1968. From 1971 to 1975 he toured with Woody Herman, then played with Harold Danko in 1975 and the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra from 1975 to 1977. Afterwards, he played briefly with Chuck Israels and Blood, Sweat and Tears. Additionally, Herbert appeared on Chet  Baker's "Once Upon a Summertime" in 1977 along with Harold Danko, Ron Carter and Mel Lewis. Herbert died of a heroin overdose in Amsterdam in 1978. He never recorded a session as a leader. Discography. With Chet Baker With Johnny Coles With Harold Danko With Woody Herman With Chuck Israels With The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra With Mel Lewis With Pat Martino