Frank Vicari

Frank Vicari (April 11, 1931 – October 20, 2006) was a New York-based jazz saxophonist.

After serving in the Air Force from 1951–55, where he played in various service bands, Vicari returned to New York City and played in various bands until he joined Maynard Ferguson's big band in 1960. When the Ferguson band was dismantled in 1965, Vicari briefly joined Buddy Rich but that same year joined Woody Herman and his Thundering Herd and remained until 1970.

Closely associated with New York's vibrant music scene of the 70s and 80s, Vicari frequently played alongside fellow NY-based session and studio musicians such as Steve Gadd, Mike Mainieri, Randy and Michael Brecker, etc.

Among the many artists and groups Vicari played and/or recorded with are Dave Matthews, the White Elephant Orchestra, George Benson, Tony Bennett, Dionne Warwick, Billy Eckstein, Tom Waits, John Lennon, Woody Herman, and the Saturday Night Live Band.

He died in New York City at the age of 75.

Discography

With George Benson

Vicari

Vicari (Sicilian: Vìcari) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Palermo in the Italian region Sicily, located about 35 kilometres (22 mi) southeast of Palermo. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 2,997 and an area of 85.7 square kilometres (33.1 sq mi).

Vicari borders the following municipalities: Caccamo, Campofelice di Fitalia, Ciminna, Lercara Friddi, Prizzi, Roccapalumba.

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Vicari (surname)

Vicari is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: