John Thirkell

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John Thirkell (aka Johnny Thirkell) is a British trumpet and fluegelhorn player, who has appeared on hundreds of pop, rock, and jazz recordings. Through the 80's and early 90's he was on at least one album in the UK Charts continuously, without a break, for over 13 years.

He is perhaps best known for playing with Level 42, in partnership with fellow British session musician, saxophonist Gary Barnacle, - known as The Phantom Horns.

His other credits include work with artists such as George Michael, Jamiroquai, UB40, Cher, Tina Turner, Pet Shop Boys, Swing Out Sister and many more, along with stints in the Buddy Rich Orchestra & Gil Evans Orchestra.

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