Ronnie Lang

Who is Ronnie Lang?

Ronnie Lang is an American jazz alto saxophonist. His professional debut was with Hoagy Carmichael's Teenagers. He also played with Earle Spencer, Ike Carpenter, and Skinnay Ennis. Lang gained attention during his two tenures with Les Brown's Orchestra. He recorded with the Dave Pell Octet in the mid-1950s. During this time he attended Los Angeles State College of Applied Arts and Sciences studying music and woodwinds. In 1958 he became a prolific studio musician in Los Angeles, often employed by Henry Mancini. Lang also recorded with Pete Rugolo, Bob Thiele, and Peggy Lee.