Trombonist Bill Watrous was born in Middletown, Connecticut on June 8, 1939.
Early playing experience included work with local Dixieland bands and study with Herbie Nichols during his military service. Bill worked in Kai Winding's group from 1962-67 and freelanced around New York with Quincy Jones, Maynard Ferguson and as a member of the Merv Griffin Show band. He led the Manhattan Wildlife Refuge big band in the mid-70's and later moved to the west coast where he continues to perform in jazz settings and in the film studios.
His prodigious technique and musicality has made him the leading trombonist of his generation and he frequently shares his expertise in educational settings across the country. His latest release is A Time For Love on the GNP Crescendo label.