Claude Gordon

Claude Gordon
Background information
Birth nameClaude Eugene Gordon
Born(1916-04-05)April 5, 1916
Helena, Montana, U.S.
OriginHelena; Los Angeles
DiedMay 16, 1996(1996-05-16) (aged 80)
Big Bear Lake, California, U.S.
GenresBig band, jazz, classical, Session music
Occupation(s)Musician, band director, teacher
Instrument(s)Cornet, trumpet, accordion
Years active1936-1996

Claude Eugene Gordon (April 5, 1916 - May 16, 1996), nicknamed the "King of Brass", was an American trumpet player, band director, educator, lecturer and writer.

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