Musical arrangements, 1939-ca. 1969.

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Musical arrangements, 1939-ca. 1969.

Collection contains several hundred handwritten orchestral arrangements by James and others (1939-ca. 1969).

18.45 cubic ft. (41 boxes)

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James, Harry, 1916-1983

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Clarinettist and bandleader. From the description of Autograph card signed, dated : [n.p.], 1969 Oct. 9. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270914788 James was a swing-era bandleader and trumpet player. After playing briefly with the Benny Goodman orchestra, he established his own band in 1939 and reached the height of his popularity in the mid-1940s. During the 1950s and 1960s, James played mainly in various Las Vegas lounges. He continued performing until shortly before his de...