21. While in college, he was a member of the Spirit of Troy as a trombone player . 22. Trombone player David DeWitt retired on September 10, 2011 after 16 years with the Legendary Dukes.23. His father James, a jazz trombone player , introduced him to music at an early age. 24. Later on Sloniker would be inspired by the Hollywood actor Ron Howard and the trombone player Winthrop. 25. His biggest influence at that time was a young trombone player who taught him the basics of improvisation. 26. He was rated by pianist George Shearing to be among the world's top five trombone players . 27. The nickname was given to him in order to avoid confusion with former trombone player , Pete Anna. 28. After the dance, on April 14, trombone player Peggy Loomis leaves with her boyfriend Roy Allen. 29. Trombone player Carl Fontana once called Saunders " the best trumpet player you've never heard ."30. He also gigged with the disco cover band Shag as a trombone player and back-up vocalist.
