Oral history interview with Si Siman; 1989 September 21; interview conducted by John W. Rumble; 1989 Sept. 21.

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Oral history interview with Si Siman; 1989 September 21; interview conducted by John W. Rumble; 1989 Sept. 21.

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Country music promoter Si Siman talks about producing the Ozark Jubilee for ABC television. Discussion includes his move into network television; the impact of the Ozark Jubilee on the Springfield tourist trade; details of the show's production; memories from producing live television; the Jubilee show; show sponsors; the end of the Ozark Jubilee; developing the concept behind the Jubilee shows; working with Red Foley; why the Jubilee was so successful; and comments on changes in the entertainment industry.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 37 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772221

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Siman, Si.

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Country music promoter and program producer. Born January 17, 1921. Died December 16, 1994. Full name: Ely Earl Siman Jr. AKA: E. E. Siman. Recognized for his primary role in the development of Springfield, Missouri as a country music center during the 1950s. Co-founder, Ozark Jubilee radio show and Jubilee USA television show. Co-founder Earl Barton Music, Top Talent Booking Agency, and the RadiOzark radio syndication company. Managed the career of Red Foley during the 1960s. From t...

Rumble, John Woodruff

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Siman, Si.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w66q1v5w (person)

Country music promoter and program producer. Born January 17, 1921. Died December 16, 1994. Full name: Ely Earl Siman Jr. AKA: E. E. Siman. Recognized for his primary role in the development of Springfield, Missouri as a country music center during the 1950s. Co-founder, Ozark Jubilee radio show and Jubilee USA television show. Co-founder Earl Barton Music, Top Talent Booking Agency, and the RadiOzark radio syndication company. Managed the career of Red Foley during the 1960s. From t...