Don Redman
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About
Inducted into the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame in 2009, known for his performances, leadership, and compositions. He formed his own orchestra in 1931.
Before Fame
He attended the Boston Conservatory and Storer's College before joining the Fletcher Henderson orchestra and beginning to compose.
Trivia
He was a prolific composer who helped pioneer big band swing music.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Piedmont, West Virginia.
Associated With
He wrote and arranged many hit songs for Count Basie.
