About Abe Lincoln
Lived 1907 – 2000 (aged 93). Abe Lincoln was an American jazz musician.
Abram Lincoln (March 29, 1907 – June 8, 2000) was an American jazz trombonist. He never led his own recording session, though he recorded copiously as a sideman.
Early life Lincoln was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, He began playing trombone aged five, instructed by his cornet playing father,
Lincoln played his trombone for music and sound effects "for Walter Lantz Woody Woodpecker cartoons and some Buster Keaton comedies". They had four children: Abe Jr, Joyce, Lois and Robert.
He was a resident of Van Nuys. from 1939 until his death. He died there in 2000.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Abe Lincoln?
American jazz trombonist (1907-2000)
When was Abe Lincoln born?
Abe Lincoln was born on 29 March 1907 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
When did Abe Lincoln die?
Abe Lincoln died on 8 June 2000 in California, Los Angeles, Van Nuys.
What was Abe Lincoln's occupation?
Abe Lincoln was a jazz musician.
What nationality was Abe Lincoln?
Abe Lincoln was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Abe Lincoln (musician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Abe Lincoln. https://biography.guide/abe-lincoln/
MLA: "Abe Lincoln." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/abe-lincoln/.
Chicago: "Abe Lincoln." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/abe-lincoln/.
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