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Jeff Newman

1942 – 2004

American musician

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Lived 1942 – 2004 (aged 62). Jeff Newman was an American guitarist.

Jeff Newman (January 7, 1942 – April 7, 2004) was an American country musician who played the pedal steel guitar. He was a veteran Nashville session player. Together with his wife, Fran, he operated the Jeffran College of Pedal Steel Guitar outside Nashville for many years. His "Top Gun" boot camp (one on one instruction for five days) was an exceptional learning experience. His instructional material remains available through Steel Guitars Canada and popular as of 2017. Newman was inducted into the International Steel Guitar Hall of Fame in 1999.

Career He started a school for steel guitar players in Nashville Tennessee which carried his name.

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Who was Jeff Newman?

American musician (1942–2004)

When was Jeff Newman born?

Jeff Newman was born on 7 January 1942.

When did Jeff Newman die?

Jeff Newman died on 7 April 2004.

What was Jeff Newman's occupation?

Jeff Newman was a guitarist.

What nationality was Jeff Newman?

Jeff Newman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jeff Newman

· Wikidata: Q6174604

· DBpedia: Jeff Newman (musician)

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