As a studio musician, he was a regular member of the Merv Griffin television program's big band (1964-75), moving with the show to Los Angeles (1970) where he is still based.
Hanna co-led a group with Carl Fontana that recorded for Concord in 1975, played with Supersax and has since appeared on many mainstream and swing sessions, becoming a fixture at jazz parties and festivals. He has recorded many dates (mostly as a sideman) for Concord. By Scott YanowThe All Music Guide
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