Maryville, IL – September 24, 2026 (STL.News) The St. Louis music community is mourning the loss of Gary Dammer, a beloved jazz musician whose career spanned over 70 years and left an indelible mark on the local jazz and Big Band scene. Mr. Dammer passed away on September 14 at the age of 90. Known for his outstanding talent and masterful playing of the trumpet, flugelhorn, and valve trombone, Gary was deeply committed to the craft and a fixture in the St. Louis jazz and big band scene since 1956. He performed at many venues around the St. Louis…
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