10 Facts About Frank Tiberi

Frank Tiberi was born on December 4,1928 and is an American saxophonist and the leader of the Woody Herman Orchestra.

Frank Tiberi was born in Camden, New Jersey, United States.

Frank Tiberi was picked by Woody Herman shortly before Herman's death and has led the band since 1987.

Frank Tiberi plays the alto and tenor saxophone, bassoon, clarinet, and flute.

Frank Tiberi has been performing and recording since the age of thirteen.

Frank Tiberi had a period in the late 1960s when he was a studio musician, although by 1969 he was hired as Herman's lead saxophone soloist.

Frank Tiberi remained in that role until Herman's, sometimes taking over his duties when ill-health affected Herman in his later years.

Frank Tiberi is a professor at Berklee College of Music, where he teaches improvisational techniques and pedagogy.

Frank Tiberi served as director for the Camden Jazz Festival in New Jersey.

Frank Tiberi specializes in modern and contemporary jazz techniques and has released eponymous albums and with fellow Berklee instructor, George Garzone.