About Dave Appell
Lived 1922 – 2014 (aged 92). Dave Appell was an American singer, audio engineer, musician, songwriter, record producer and guitarist.
David Appell (March 24, 1922 – November 18, 2014) was an American musician, arranger and record producer born in Philadelphia.
Career Appell (pronounced "AP-el") is associated mainly with the Cameo-Parkway record label, in whose history he played a substantial part. He started working as an arranger for several United States Navy big bands in the mid-1940s during his service in World War II, including Jimmie Lunceford's black orchestra.
Appell died on November 18, 2014. Cause of death is unknown. He was survived by his children Roz (Robert Purdy) Appell Purdy, Lynda Appell and granddaughter Sara Millett.
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Who was Dave Appell?
American musician (1922-2014)
When was Dave Appell born?
Dave Appell was born on 24 March 1922 in Philadelphia.
When did Dave Appell die?
Dave Appell died on 18 November 2014.
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Dave Appell was a singer, audio engineer, musician, songwriter, record producer and guitarist.
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Dave Appell was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Appell. https://biography.guide/dave-appell/
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