In 1950, the lead Trumpet player for Harry James' band was Ziggy Elman. Elman was known for his virtuosic playing and contributed significantly to the band's sound during that period. His style and technique helped define the big band era, making him a prominent figure in the jazz scene.
Yes - it was absolutely Sonny Dunham in the 1930's and Shorty Sherock in the 1950's
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A Selmer trumpet with a serial number of 43417 was made in 1950, so as of 2013 it is 63 years old. All Selmer trumpets have a serial number and there is a chart that shows what year the trumpet was made.
When I was a kid in the 1950's and 60's, Dorn and Kirschner was a large music store in Newark, NJ. They sold stuff under their own name and the DeKay name. I would guess that a mouthpiece bearing their name was made for them, not by them.
Star Mute by Emo Harmon. That was a harmon (aka wah wah) type and "Harmon" brand mute. Now Emo makes this under the name: HARMON 5194 WOW TRUMPET MUTE B MODEL of course Miles played without the stem. Earlier in his career he had used another mute, which was not a harmon but a straight one. That was an "H&B". That's all I know. Source: Google.com
Yes - it was absolutely Sonny Dunham in the 1930's and Shorty Sherock in the 1950's
The Angel with the Trumpet was created in 1950.
In mint condition, about $5-10.
Harry Coveleski died August 4, 1950, in Shamokin, PA, USA.
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The cast of Basketball Headliners of 1950 - 1950 includes: Bill Russell as Himself - U. of San Francisco Player Harry Wismer as Narrator
Harry Byrd debuted on April 21, 1950 and played his final game on September 27, 1957.
Harry Chiti debuted on September 27, 1950 and played his final game on June 10, 1962.
Best estimates put this trumpet as being manufactured around 1950-1951.
Harry Gilpin died in 1950.
Harry Roseland died in 1950.
Harry McGilberry was born in 1950.