Ralph Pena
Ralph Raymond Peña was an American West Coast jazz and modern jazz double
bassist and composer from Jarbidge, Nevada, born on February 24, 1927. He began
his professional career at age 15 with Jerry Austin and later established
himself in the San Francisco jazz scene while attending college. Peña
collaborated with artists including Art Pepper, Cal Tjader, and Stan Getz. In
1955, he was a founding member of Shelly Manne & His Men and joined the Jimmy
Giuffre trio from 1956 to 1957. Between 1958 and 1962, he performed in a duo
with pianist Pete Jolly. During the 1960s, Peña accompa...
On Green Dolphin StreetPete Jolly and Ralph Pena
Yours Truly
5:03
You Took Advantage of MeBetty Bennett, Bob Cooper, Jimmy Giuffre, Barney Kessel, André Previn, Lurlean Hunter, Shorty Rogers, Harry Klee, Ralph Pena and Frank Rosolino
Nobody Else but Me
2:49
Speak LowRalph Pena
Master of the Bass
9:29
Easy to LovePete Jolly and Ralph Pena
The Duo
6:15
