Paul Samuel Whiteman (March 28, 1890 – December 29, 1967) was an American bandleader and orchestral director.
Leader of the most popular dance bands in the United States during the 1920s, Whiteman produced recordings that were immensely successful, and press notices often referred to him as the "King of Jazz". Using a large ensemble and exploring many styles of music, Whiteman is perhaps best known for his blending of symphonic music and jazz, as...
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Date of birth:
- Mar 28, 1890
Date of death:
- Dec 29, 1967 (age 77 years)
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Also known as:
- Whiteman, Paul,
- The King of Jazz,
- Paul Whiteman and His Orchestra,
- Paul Whiteman and Band,
- Pops,
- Paul Whiteman and His Band
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