Marty Grosz

American jazz guitarist, banjoist, vocalist and composer, born 28 February 1930 in Berlin, Germany. Emigrated to the USA with his family in 1933. Son of German expressionist painter George Grosz. He performed with Bob Wilber and wrote arrangements for him. He has also worked with Kenny Davern, Dick Sudhalter, and Keith Ingham. In Chicago during the 1950s Grosz recorded with Dave Remington and the great Art Hodes. In the 1970s he was a vocalist and rhythm guitarist for the Soprano Summit In the 1980s he was a member of the Classic Jazz Quartet with Dick Wellstood. He played, sang, and wrote most of the group's arrangements. He has also performed at concerts with Joe Pass, Herb Ellis, and Charlie Byrd.