Table of contents : Contents Preface Acknowledgments 1. Early Years 2. Music Becomes a Profession, Gabe a Pro 3. Blowing Alto in the City of the Angels 4. 1961—An Incredible Year 5. Scrambling ’64–’65 6. Back Home 7. Retire? Hah! Outtakes: Gabe on Music, Playing, Practicing, and Stan Kenton Select Discography Works Consulted Index About the Authors