About John McLevy
Lived 1927 – 2002 (aged 75). John McLevy was a British trumpeter and jazz musician.
John McLevy (born 2 January 1927, Dundee, Scotland – died 27 November 2002) was a Scottish jazz trumpeter.
He played in Europe for Benny Goodman in the 1970s, alongside George Masso, Hank Jones and Slam Stewart. He performed with artists such as Max Bygraves, Roy Williams, accordionist Jack Emblow and later in a duo with veteran trumpeter Tommy McQuater.
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Who was John McLevy?
British musician (1927-2002)
When was John McLevy born?
John McLevy was born on 2 January 1927 in Dundee.
When did John McLevy die?
John McLevy died on 27 November 2002.
What was John McLevy's occupation?
John McLevy was a trumpeter and jazz musician.
What nationality was John McLevy?
John McLevy was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John McLevy. https://biography.guide/john-mclevy/
MLA: "John McLevy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-mclevy/.
Chicago: "John McLevy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-mclevy/.
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