Lou McGarity | |
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Birth name | Lou McGarity |
Born | July 22, 1917 |
Origin | Athens, Georgia |
Died | August 28, 1971 |
Genres | Jazz |
Instruments | violin, singer |
Associated acts | Benny Goodman |
Lou McGarity (July 22, 1917–August 28, 1971) was an American jazz trombonist, violinist and vocalist born in Athens, GA, perhaps most noteworthy for his works with Benny Goodman throughout the 1940s. During this period and throughout his career McGarity also collaborated often with Eddie Condon. In the 1950s McGarity worked with artists such as Neal Hefti, Cootie Williams and Muggsy Spanier. McGarity also was a studio musician for Arthur Godfrey on Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts television show.
With Kenny Davern
With Benny Goodman
With J. J. Johnson
With Jimmy McPartland
With Charlie Parker
With The World's Greatest Jazz Band