Bob Cranshaw

The bass equivalent of a seasoned saxophone veteran who was never a giant but was well respected for consistent excellence, Bob Cranshaw worked steadily with several top jazz musicians. Despite having a light tone, Cranshaw's timing, musical knowledge, and versatility were featured in an impressive array of recording sessions and tours beginning in the late '50s. Cranshaw played piano and drums before switching to bass and tuba in high school. He was a founding member of Walter Perkins' MJT +3 band in 1957. Cranshaw went to New York with the group in 1960 and joined Sonny Roll...