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John Scott Trotter and His Orchestra
John Scott Trotter and His Orchestra
Recording Group

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John Scott Trotter, also known as Uncle John, was an arranger, composer, and orchestra leader. He was best known for conducting the John Scott Trotter Orchestra, which backed singer and entertainer Bing Crosby on record and on his radio programs.

Tags: Bing Crosby · Vince Guaraldi · Peanuts · Charlotte, North Carolina · Classical Music · Big Band · University of North Carolina · Columbia Pictures · Pennies From Heaven · Jazz

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Photo Credit: Shefik

Neddy Smith
Recording Artist

Music

Neddy Smith is a professional musician and CEO at NedGJean International. He composes and writes his music, not only in a traditional style, but also by incorporating his vast international experiences. This is apparent in each of his releases.

Tags: Composer · Bass Player · Musician · Recording Artist · Bassist · NedGJean Productions · Save Lives · Jazz · Mood Swing · Connecticut

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Etta Jones
Etta Jones
3-Time Grammy Award Nominee

Music

Etta Jones was an American jazz singer. Her best-known recordings were "Don't Go to Strangers" and "Save Your Love for Me". She worked with Buddy Johnson, Oliver Nelson, Earl Hines, Barney Bigard, Kenny Burrell, Milt Jackson, and Cedar Walton.

Collections: In Requiem

Tags: Jazz · Buddy Johnson · Oliver Nelson · Earl Hines · Barney Bigard · Kenny Burrell · Milt Jackson · Cedar Walton · Grammy Award Nominee · Muse Records

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Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse
6-Time Grammy Award Winner

Music

Amy Winehouse's debut album, "Frank" (2003), was a critical success. Her follow-up album, "Back to Black" (2006), led to five 2008 Grammy Awards, tying the then record for the most wins by a female artist in a single night.

Tags: Grammy Award Winner · National Youth Jazz Orchestra · Soul Music · R&B · Jazz · 100 Greatest Women in Music · Best Pop Vocal Album · London, England · United Kingdom · RIP

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Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians
Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians
Recording Group

Music

Guy Lombardo was a bandleader and violinist. Forming The Royal Canadians in 1924 with his brothers and other musicians from his hometown, Lombardo led the group to international success. They are believed to have sold between 100 and 300 million records.

Tags: Canadian-American · Bandleader · Violinist · Hydroplane Racer · Jazz · Big Band · Traditional Pop · Jack Benny · Looking for Mr. Goodbar · Lillibeth Glenn

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