Jazz history

Conrad Herwig

The trombone-usa biography identifies Herwig as born in Oklahoma in 1959 and documents his trombone career, University of North Texas training, recording work, and university teaching. UNT jazz materials independently list him among UNT alumni/educators.

Oklahoma connection

The artist biography gives Oklahoma birth; UNT materials corroborate the education and professional identity.

Musical work and relationships

Trombonist; bandleader; recording artist; educator; UNT-trained and associated with university jazz teaching.

Hall of Fame account

The Hall catalog lists Conrad Herwig as a trombonist, band leader, recording artist, and educator inducted in 2007.

Evidence and remaining questions

Verify the exact Oklahoma birth city with a university or birth record; Lawton is retained as a variant rather than a fixed fact.

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