About Danny Alvin
Lived 1902 – 1958 (aged 56). Danny Alvin was an American jazz musician and drummer.
Danny Alvin (November 29, 1902 in New York City – December 6, 1958 in Chicago) was an American jazz drummer and bandleader.
Alvin was the father of guitarist Teddy Walters. He played with Sophie Tucker at the New York club Reisenweber's in 1919, then moved to Chicago in the early 1920s. He played in both cities over the course of his career, playing with Sidney Bechet, George Brunis, Buck Clayton, Wild Bill Davison, Wingy Manone, Joe Marsala, Art Hodes, Mezz Mezzrow, and George Zack. He recorded sparsely as a bandleader; his best-known issue was a 1958 album recorded for Stepheny Records.
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Who was Danny Alvin?
American jazz drummer (1902–1958)
When was Danny Alvin born?
Danny Alvin was born on 29 November 1902 in New York City.
When did Danny Alvin die?
Danny Alvin died on 6 December 1958 in Chicago.
What was Danny Alvin's occupation?
Danny Alvin was a jazz musician and drummer.
What nationality was Danny Alvin?
Danny Alvin was American.
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