Transcendent Trombone chronicles the life and career of Rick Stepton, one of the most gifted trombonists in jazz; and his rise from humble, blue-collar beginnings to his status as a much sought-after big band trombone player. Most inspiring is his miraculous recovery from an almost certain career ending injury. It is also a mirror of America in the latter half of the 20th century, and the struggles the nation has fought to overcome, including racism...