Trigger Alpert was an American jazz double-bassist and actor who is best known for The Garry Moore Show, Glenn Miller’s Last Flight, and Sun Valley Serenade.
Personal and Family Life
Trigger Alpert was born on September 3, 1916, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He studied music at Indiana University during the late 1930s. In addition to his music career, he later pursued photography in the 1970s.
Death and Legacy
Trigger Alpert passed away on December 21, 2013, in the USA. His contributions to jazz music, especially as a swing bassist, left a lasting impact on the genre, influencing many musicians that followed.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| The Garry Moore Show | Bassist | 1950-1955 |
| Glenn Miller’s Last Flight | Self | 2000 |
| Sun Valley Serenade | Orchestra Member (uncredited) | 1941 |